What does DICES stand for in Risk Assessment and Management?
The DICES® acronym is a registered trademark used by APT, the Association for Psychological Therapies, in risk assessment and management in mental health. It stands for;
- Describe the risks;
- Identify all the possible options;
- Choose your preferred option;
- Explain your choice;
- Share the decision with others.
It summarizes a course from APT (The DICES® Risk Assessment and Management System) which features an approach to risk assessment and management which hinges on the research on the effectiveness of checklists.
