Year: 2002 Source: Victoria, Australia: Centre for Rural and Regional Health, University of Ballarat, 2002. 63p. SIEC No: 20050688

This report considers the issues & incidence of youth suicide within the regional & rural context of the Grampians region of Australia. It discusses known data & information, & reviews information provided by focus groups of young people from the region. The authors highlight the needs of young people in relation to suicidal behaviours, & identify key issues faced by service providers in addressing these behaviours. Recommendations for policy & best practices conclude the report. (134 refs)