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Action to be Taken in the Event of a Suspected Suicide in an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit: Guidelines
These guidelines were developed to assist staff in managing the events surrounding the suicide of an inpatient. The roles & responsibilites of various health care professionals are outlined. Procedures for debriefing, the collection & return of the patient’s property, documentation, & support for the bereaved family are also included. Copies of the forms that have […]
Socio-Economic Differences in Suicide Risk Vary by sex: a Population-Based Case-Control Study of 18-65 Year Olds in Denmark
Development Research Working Paper Series #05/2008
Reducing Youth Suicide in Queensland: Discussion Paper
This discussion paper examines youth suicide in Queensland. It opens with a description of the RYSQ (Reducing Youth Suicide in Queensland) project. Preliminary findings regarding risk factors & circumstances, age & gender, over-representation of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, & suicide clusters are presented. Approaches to preventing youth suicide are reviewed.
Summary of Available Data and Evidence on Priority Groups at Risk of Suicide in Alberta Third Edition
The Alberta provincial suicide prevention strategy identified six priority groups for action – Aboriginal peoples, individuals affected by the aftermath of suicide or suicidal behaviour, individuals diagnosed with a mental illness, middle-aged males, previous attempters, & school-aged teens & young adults. This report updates the data & evidence that can be used to inform & […]
The Art of Conversation: a Guide to Talking, Listening and Reducing Stigma Surrounding Suicide.
This public information booklet discusses myths about suicide, suicide in Scotland, clues that may indicate someone is suicidal, & strategies for helping a person at risk. The booklet provides advice on how to start difficult conversations & active listening. A list of suicide prevention resources is also included.
Mortality Report Fiscal Year 2007
This report examines Tribal & Regional Behavioral Health Authority mortality in Arizona over the fiscal year 2007. 54% of deaths were due to natural causes, 20% to accidents, 13% to unknown causes, 11% to suicide, & 3% to homicide. Although overall mortality in this sytem is not in excess of the general population, individuals within […]
The Prevention of Suicide in Prison: Student’s Handbook
This handbook is divided into 4 parts. The first covers risk indicators & myths & facts about suicide. The second part discusses preventive measures, including what to do, what to say, & positive interaction techniques. The third part is on crisis intervention and the last section outlines what to do if a suicide attempt or […]
Suicide Prevention in Delaware County: an Action Plan for 2009-2011
This document presents an action plan for suicide prevention & postvention in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. The plan will develop broad-based county-wide support for suicide prevention; promote awareness & education that suicide is a preventable community health problem; reduce stigma; develop & implement community programs; promote community efforts to reduce access to lethal means; & improve […]
Compassionate Classrooms: Understanding Student Mental Health
This booklet was created to help teachers support students with mental health issues, & to help themselves or colleagues to maintain good mental health. Section 1 includes information on factors affecting mental health, symptoms & causes of mental illness, common mental illnesses, & myths about mental illness. Section 2 is on assessment & includes a […]
Annual Report 1994-1995
This annual report presents data on the operations & achievements of the Suicide Prevention Training Programs for the fiscal year, April 1994-March 1995.
Means Matter: Suicide, Guns & Public Health. Summary of Key Findings From Means Matter Survey
Between May 2006-March 2007, the Harvard Injury Control Research Centre conducted telephone interviews with statewide suicide prevention policy representatives & did content analyses of written state suicide prevention plans. Most state groups had a published plan but only nine had implemented activities aimed at reducing access to firearms. This document provides responses to the questions […]
Responding to Suicide in Rural Australia: Position Statement
This document presents Suicide Prevention Australia’s position on the development of specific strategies for suicide prevention in rural & remote Australian communities. Topics discussed include rural suicide risk factors, suicide among younger people in rural areas, access to means, the accessibility & availability of support mechanisms, social stigma & mental health literacy, the vicarious effects […]
Delaware’s Suicide Prevention Initiative: Working on Brighter Futures
This document outlines the actions that will be taken to achieve the three goals of Delaware’s suicide prevention plan: to prevent suicidal behaviours by enhancing resiliency, increasing awareness, & promoting the education of Delaware residents about suicide risk & protective factors; to improve the support of individuals, families, & communities affected by suicide or suicidal […]
On the Turn
This comic book relates the story of Brianna, an Aboriginal teenager who develops a gambling problem. She finds help in traditional teachings & practices.
Annual Report 1994-1995
Data on the operations and achievements of the Suicide Information and Education Centre are presented in this annual report for the fiscal year, April 1994-March 1995.
Bristol Suicide Prevention Strategy 2007 – 2010
This document presents the 3-year plan for suicide prevention in Bristol. The plan includes 9 action points: publishing an annual audit report; monitoring local media coverage & taking action to improve reporting; monitoring local hotspots, railways, & prescriptions for toxic medicines; reviewing & developing a complementary mental health promotion strategy; developing strategies for high-risk groups; […]
Means Matter: Suicide, Guns & Public Health. Recommendations for Communities and Suicide Prevention Groups
This pamphlet outlines four practical steps for ensuring the message is heard that keeping firearms out of reach during a suicidal crisis can save lives. These four steps are: changing policy to include lethal means counselling; training providers & gatekeepers on how to conduct lethal means counselling; changing information systems to cue providers to educate […]
Reclaiming Hope: Manitoba’s Youth Suicide Prevention Strategy
This document is the youth suicide prevention strategy for the province of Manitoba. Elements of the strategy include: assessment & planning; mental health promotion; awareness & understanding; prevention, intervention, & postvention; & data, surveillance, research, & evaluation.
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