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Background: Data from high-income countries (HICs) show a high risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) in first-episode psychosis (FEP). It is unknown, however, whether rates and associated factors differ in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Aims: We therefore aimed to compare the 2-year course of STBs and associated factors in persons with FEP treated […]

Background: Suicidal ambivalence is considered a characteristic condition of suicidal individuals. At the same time, there is a lack of a uniform definition, conception and assessment of suicidal ambivalence. On this background, the current scoping review aims to explore the extent, range, and nature of research activity on suicidal ambivalence and to summarize research findings. Methods: A […]

Introduction Fatality review is a public health approach designed to inform efforts to prevent fatalities of a certain kind (e.g., suicide, homicide) or in a specific setting or population (e.g., hospitals, youth). Despite extensive literature on fatality review generally, the literature on suicide review teams specifically is scant. The aim of this paper is to: […]

The American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is a classification of mental disorders with associated criteria designed to facilitate more reliable diagnoses of these disorders. Since a complete description of the underlying pathological processes is not possible for most mental disorders, it is important to emphasize that the current diagnostic criteria are […]

This study reports on how Survivors have been impacted by the common experience payment (CEP), a component of the 2007 Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement. This is a qualitative research study with two main objectives: 1) to gather experiential data and to elicit CEP recipients’ explanations about the impact of the CEP on Survivors and […]

Aboriginal peoples in Canada have diverse cultures but share common social and political challenges that have contributed to their experiences of health and illness. This collection addresses the origins of mental health and social problems and the emergence of culturally responsive approaches to services and health promotion. Healing Traditions is not a handbook of practice but a […]

An authoritative and comprehensive compilation of the ancient knowledge of Inuit elders. Uqalurait, pointed snowdrifts formed by Arctic blizzards, “would tell us which direction to go in,” says elder Mariano Aupilarjuk. This oral history, guided by the traditional knowledge of Inuit elders from across Nunavut, also follows the uqalurait. Thousands of quotes from over three […]

If you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts, please know that you are not alone and that you are worthy of help. Your life and well-being matter. When you’re suffering, life’s challenges can feel overwhelming and even insurmountable. This workbook is here to help you find relief and solutions when suicidal thoughts take over. Grounded in cognitive […]

Strangers to Ourselves poses fundamental questions about how we understand ourselves in periods of crisis and distress. Drawing on deep, original reporting as well as unpublished journals and memoirs, Rachel Aviv writes about people who have come up against the limits of psychiatric explanations for who they are. She follows an Indian woman celebrated as a […]

Teams from nine nonprofits from Calgary, Alberta came together in 2019 to define their impact, evaluate their impact and use what they discover through evaluation to expand and deepen their impact. These reports represent some of their most compelling insights.

The report highlights the current realities of young people, especially noting increases in suicide attempts and suicidal ideation, mental health and addiction issues, lack of access to services, and systemic factors that contribute to adverse outcomes. Simultaneously, 2023 advocacy casework revealed chronic staffing shortages in all child-serving ministries and ongoing issues in group home care. […]

Youth suicide and related behaviors continue to be a significant public health concern in the USA. Multiple approaches across settings, including schools, are required to address this multi-faceted public health concern. The Texas Suicide Safer Schools Report recommended that districts post suicide prevention information on their websites as one piece of more comprehensive suicide prevention […]

Taylor Newberry Consulting reviewed current programs and service descriptions within community mental health systems in Canada. This review encompasses research and policy documents led by CMHA National and the broader  community mental health literature. The first section of our literature review provides common definitions and principles of Community Mental Health. Next, we review the programs, […]

Background Suicide prevention gatekeeper Training (GKT) is a frequently used suicide prevention intervention, however, there is still limited information about its long-term impact and effectiveness of online delivery. Aims The current study aimed to test the effectiveness of online GKT compared to in-person GKT in improving participant training outcomes. Methods A non-randomised comparison of pre-, […]

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that disrupts brain functioning and is characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inatention. With varying presentations and complex etiological factors contributing to the development of ADHD, along with its persistence into adulthood, ADHD must be studied. Researchers have taken an interest in the relationship between ADHD […]

Suicide is prevalent among young adults, and epidemiological studies indicate that insomnia, nightmares, and depression are significantly associated with a high incidence of suicidal ideation (SI). However, the causal relationship between these factors and SI remains unclear. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine the association between nightmares and depression and insomnia and […]

Objective: to build and validate a simulation-based education roadmap on suicide prevention in the virtual environment. Method: methodological research subdivided into a development and validation stage. The roadmap was built using a previously drafted template based on international guidelines on good clinical simulation practices and scientific  literature on suicide prevention in the virtual environment. For […]

Objective Suicide awareness, encompassing knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to suicide, plays a critical role in primary suicide prevention, especially among adolescents. However, little is known about how perceived suicide awareness is apparent in peer support networks in this population. This study examined the presence of suicide awareness homophily in adolescent peer support networks. We […]

Aim This study aimed to examine the usefulness of forensic information on suicide deaths in Japan for epidemiological studies on suicide and determine the factors that lead people with suicidal ideation to seek psychiatric care prior to attempting suicide. Methods We focused on forensic information of 514 suicide deaths that occurred in Osaka City in […]

Background The World Health Organization has called for improved surveillance of self-harm and suicide attempts worldwide to benefit suicide prevention programs. International comparisons of registrations are lacking, however, and there is a need for systematically collected, high-quality data across countries. The current study investigated healthcare professionals’ perceptions of registration practices and their suggestions for ensuring […]

Background Suicide bereavement entails profound social stressors, including stigma and communication barriers, which can impair social support for suicide loss survivors (SLS). Despite recognized benefits of empathetic interactions, social support, and self-disclosure in mitigating adverse mental health outcomes after suicide loss, we lack a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing perceived social support among SLS […]

The development of conversational Artificial Intelligence (AI) has not only brought about technological innovations but has also given rise to legal issues. The phenomenon of AI-induced suicide highlights the multifaceted legislative demands within the criminal domain for AI. In-depth research into the issues of suitability concerning suicide victims, AI, and regulatory entities becomes particularly necessary. […]

Emerging adulthood is a stage that involves significant changes in emotional, social, academic, and work domains, which can often lead to high levels of stress and mental health challenges. The purpose of this study is to explore the potential benefits of an online intervention program that is based on mental health psychoeducation and suicide risk […]