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Read news and translated summaries of published suicide prevention research
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New research investigates the risk of repeat self-harm and suicide for young people
Researchers from the Black Dog Institute have found the risk of repeat self-harm is highest in the first month after an initial self-harm hospital presentation.
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New research highlights need for GPs to proactively assess young adults for suicide risk
A systematic review has examined the barriers and facilitators experienced by young adults and GPs in raising the discussion of suicide during medical appointments.
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Structural brain alterations associated with suicidal thoughts and behaviors in young people: results from 21 international studies from the ENIGMA Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours consortium
Scans pooled from 21 MRI studies were used to find out if risk markers or indicators were present in the brain structure of young people with mood disorders and a history of suicid...
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Systems-based approach considered best suited for preventing suicide
A discussion paper by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care explores key findings from national suicide prevention trials and considerations for systems-base...
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New research examines behaviours of young people during difficult times
The Connecting Young Australians report was released by R U O K. Is that OK? highlights the importance of equipping young people with the skills and confidence to support each othe...
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New report examines suicide deaths in Queensland
Researchers from the Australian Institute for Suicide Research and Prevention (AISRAP) have published a new annual report exploring suicide surveillance systems, incidence of suici...
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Researchers compare real-time suicide mortality surveillance systems
Researchers from Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and the United Kingdom have published a new study comparing international suicide death surveillance systems and recommended best p...
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New report explores the mental health impacts of COVID-19 on children and young people
The Australian Human Rights Commission report details findings from a national survey of young people and their families on the impacts of COVID-19 on wellbeing.
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LifeBuoy smartphone app shows reduction in suicidal ideation in young people
Recently published results have shown that the Black Dog Institute’s LifeBuoy smartphone app is effective in reducing suicidal ideation in young people.
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New report outlines hospital ED responses needed for youth suicide and self-harm
Based on research and consultations with young people, Suicide Prevention Australia has identified strategies to improve the experience at hospital emergency departments for young ...
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Non-disclosing youth: a cross sectional study to understand why young people do not disclose suicidal thoughts to their mental health professional
Young people tend to disclose thoughts of suicide to friends and families compared with mental health professionals. Understanding what prevents young people from talking to a prov...
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High school mental health program proven to reduce suicidal thoughts in students
The Youth Aware of Mental Health program has been shown to reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviours in new research published by the Black Dog Institute.
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