DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — A free community training session aimed at preventing suicide will be held in Dothan next month.
The QPR Suicide Prevention Training, which stands for Question, Persuade, Refer, is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Dothan Housing Authority, located at 1001 Montana Street.
Organizers describe QPR as similar to CPR, but designed for mental health emergencies. In just two hours, participants will learn how to recognize warning signs of suicide, ask direct and compassionate questions, and connect someone at risk with appropriate help.
The training is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided.
Those interested can register online at this link.
