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Title
Suicide Prevention in Australian Aboriginal Communities: A Review of Past and Present Programs
Fields of Research (FoR) 2008:
Author(s)
Publication Date
2015
Socio-Economic Objective (SEO) 2008
Abstract
A review of Aboriginal suicide prevention programs were conducted to highlight promising projects and strategies. A content analysis of gray literature was conducted to identify interventions reported to have an impact in reducing suicidal rates and behaviors. Most programs targeted the whole community and were delivered through workshops, cultural activities, or creative outlets. Curriculums included suicide risk and protective factors, warning signs, and mental health. Many programs were poorly documented and evaluations did not include suicidal outcomes. Most evaluations considered process variables. Results from available outcome evaluations suggest that employing a whole of community approach and focusing on connectedness, belongingness and cultural heritage may be of benefit. Despite the challenges, there is a clear need to evaluate outcomes if prevention is to be progressed.
Publication Type
Journal Article
Source of Publication
Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 45(1), p. 111-140
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Place of Publication
United States of America
ISSN
1943-278X
0363-0234
Peer Reviewed
Yes
HERDC Category Description
Peer Reviewed
Yes
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