Crisis Intervention
/ˈkraɪsɪs ˌɪntərˈvɛnʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Immediate support and actions by professionals to prevent harm and stabilize individuals experiencing a legal or mental health crisis.
The police officers received training in crisis intervention to handle emergencies involving individuals with mental illness.
Forms
- crisis intervention
- crisis interventions
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Commentary
Crisis intervention often involves coordination between legal and mental health professionals; definitions emphasize immediate, stabilizing responses to urgent situations.
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