102 research outputs found
The Words to Say It – Qualitative Suicide Research
No full textThis chapter presents an overview of qualitative research methods, with examples from suicide research. The chapter is divided into four sections including (1) a description of the basic theoretical assumptions of qualitative research; (2) sampling in qualitative research; (3) frequently used data collection methods and their characteristics, including a description of the types of qualitative data sources; and (4) analysis of qualitative data, how it is conducted, and the available software. The chapter will conclude with a brief glimpse into qualitative secondary analysis and ethical concerns in qualitative research
Towards a Greater Understanding of Suicidal Behaviour and Its Prevention
No full textSuicidal behaviour continues to be an important topic of research and significant public health concern globally [...
Teacher satisfaction with school and psychological well-being affects their readiness to help children with mental health problems
No full textSisask, M., Värnik, P., Värnik, A., Apter, A., Balazs, J., Balint, M., Bobes, J., Brunner, R., Corcoran, P., Cosman, D., Feldman, D., Haring, C., Kahn, J.-P., Poštuvan, V., Tubiana, A., Sarchiapone, M., Wasserman, C., Carli, V., Hoven, C.W., Wasserman, D
Observational Studies in Suicide Research
No full textObservational study designs are extensively used in epidemiology. The appropriate study design to respond to the research question is crucial to the success of a study. The current chapter examines different types of observational study designs and their application in suicide research. Considera-tions about their suitability with regard to their nature, including strengths and limitations, time to implement, budget, and other practicalities for a researcher, study team, and stakeholders are of ut-most importance and are discussed with examples from suicide research. Also discussed are cau-sation and internal and external validity.No Full Tex
Suitsidaalsus ühiskonnas ning suitsiidikatse sotsiaal-demograafilised, meditsiinilised ja psüühilised mõjurid
No full textIntroduction to the PLOS ONE collection on 'Understanding and preventing suicide: Towards novel and inclusive approaches'
No full textMore than 700,000 people lose their lives to suicide each year and evidence suggests that the current COVID-19 pandemic is leading to increases in risk factors for suicide and suicide-related behaviour, in particular among young people. It is widely documented that some sectors of the population are over-represented in the suicide statistics. It is also well established that the pathways that lead someone to a suicidal crisis are complex and differ across regions and sectors of the population; as such a multi-faceted approach to prevention is required. Many of us would also argue that novel approaches, that combine broad population-based strategies with individual interventions, and approaches that capitalise on new technologies and methodologies are also required. For these reasons, when bringing together this collection, we deliberately sought studies that focused upon those groups who are over-represented in the suicide statistics yet under-represented in research. We also called for studies that reported on novel approaches to suicide prevention and for studies that reflected the voices of people with lived experience of suicide, also often unheard in research efforts.Full Tex
Intervention Studies in Suicide Research
No full textThis chapter presents an overview of different types of intervention studies, where participants can be either individuals, groups, or entire communities. Intervention studies include randomized controlled trials (RCTs), crossover trials, field trials, community trials, cluster RCTs (cRCTs), and non-randomized study designs. Different study designs have unique advantages and disadvantages, but the ultimate goal of any intervention study in the field of suicide research is to determine effective interventions for reducing suicidal behaviors. Important aspects of planning, implementing, and evaluating suicide preventive interventions (with an emphasis on a public health approach) are described and analyzed. Theoretical and methodological reflections are illustrated with practical examples of intervention studies in the field of suicide research (SUPRE-MISS, EAAD and OSPI-Eu-rope, SEYLE).No Full Tex
Advancing Suicide Research
No full textThis is a one-stop book for anyone who wants an overview of the research approaches and issues concerning suicide. Leading researchers provide a comprehensive toolbox of the current best practices in suicide research, showing you how to conduct high-quality research using quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods in suicide-prevention from a public health perspective. Other aspects that are crucial to effective suicide research are also presented, including the proper use of epidemiological measures and study designs, definitional issues, historical background, and ethical aspects. The clearly written chapters include both theoretical and practical information along with specific examples from different areas of suicide research and prevention, and also explore essential topics such as psychological autopsies, health economics, and technological advances. This volume is ideal for researchers, students, and academics interested in suicide research, as well as policy makers, clinicians, and other practitioners.No Full Tex
Country reports presenting the findings from the four case studies- Austria, Estonia, Norway, and Romania
No full textThis report comprises the findings on the use and integration of Digital Technologies (DT) in the lives of children ages 5-10 and their families. The report is organized as four case studies in Austria, Estonia, Norway and Romania. Data collection took place between the latter part of 2020 until the first half of 2021. Overall, 21 focus groups with children ages five–six (Kindergarten), 21 focus groups with 8–10 year old children (primary school) and 42 single interviews (total of 124 respondents) with children and family members were conducted. This report provides the foundation for the cross-country analyses and the final Deliverable of in work package 3 focusing on the family ecosystem
Pathways to Attempted Suicide as Reflected in the Narratives of People with Lived Experience
No full textNarratives, i.e., stories told by suicidal people, describing personal experiences and meanings given to these experiences, play an important role in understanding suicidal behaviour. The aim of the current study was to analyse suicidal processes that have resulted in attempted suicide and to improve the understanding of protective and risk factors of suicidal behaviour. Special emphasis was paid to religious/spiritual aspects. The material was collected in Estonia by conducting narrative interviews with adults (18 years or older) who had attempted suicide during their lifetimes (N = 8). Thematic analysis was used for analysing the data. The main themes identified from the narratives were: childhood and family relationships, romantic relationships, alcohol/drug abuse, losses, sleep, previous suicide attempts, and religious/spiritual beliefs. The findings of the study show that there are many pathways to attempted suicide and that the process leading to attempted suicide is complex. Protective and risk factors are both multi-faceted
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