Following this activity, participants should be able to: 

1. Explain why reducing access to highly lethal suicide methods, especially firearms, can prevent suicide deaths and is part of a comprehensive suicide prevention strategy. 
2. Communicate more effectively with suicidal and at-risk patients and their families about reducing access to firearms and dangerous medications. 
3. Understand the range of in-home and off-site storage options. 
4. Feel confident that preventing suicide is an area on which providers, families, and fun owner groups find common ground.