The Chronological Assessment of Suicide Events (CASE) Approach: Interview and Role Play with Shawn Christopher Shea, M.D.
[Episode 74] Today�s Social Work Podcast is an interview with Shawn Christopher Shea, M.D., developer of an approach to uncovering suicidal ideation and intent called the Chronological Assessment of Suicide Events (CASE) approach . In today�s episode, Shawn takes us through the CASE approach. He explains the value of assessing for suicidal content at different time points and emphasizes that eliciting suicidal ideation and intent is a difficult and sensitive topic. He talks about how moving through the CASE approach to help establish a therapeutic alliance and rapport with suicidal clients. He emphasizes the art of the interview, using validity techniques, and how we use words as central to uncovering suicidal ideation and intent. He talks about how the CASE approach is useful for any mental health provider. Shawn makes the argument that the CASE approach is an ideal approach to for assessing for suicidal risk that doesn�t sound like a pat suicide assessment. He emphasizes that the CAS