The prevalence of suicide prevention training and suicide-related terminology in United States chiropractic training and licensing requirements

Objective: To summarize the prevalence of suicide-related terminology in US doctor of chiropractic educational programs, residency programs, continuing education training, diplomate training programs, and state licensure requirements. The secondary objective was to provide next-step recommendations to enhance suicide prevention education and training for the profession. Methods: A review of public-facing electronic documents and websites occurred from April […]

Suicide prevention, public health, and the chiropractic profession: A call to action

Background Suicide is a major public health concern that has wide-reaching implications on individuals, families, and society. Efforts to respond to a public health concern as a portal-of-entry provider can reduce morbidity and mortality of patients. The objective of this commentary is a call to action to initiate dialogue regarding suicide prevention and the role […]