b'|73|Suicide Prevention Workplan - Los Angleles |75 After a Suicide AttemptA prior suicide attempt is one of the primary risk factors for a second attempt. Risk is elevated particularly in the rst few weeks and month. Follow-up programs, also called continuity of care or caring contacts, implemented after discharge from the ER or hospital as well as availability of attempt survivor support groups and clinicians trained in suicide risk specically are strategies that have shown effectiveness or promise, following an attempt.Draft 3.3.2020 Not For Distribution Draft 3.3.2020 Not For Distribution'