Scoping review on prevention of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescents: methods, effectiveness and future directions.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Despite the extensive implementation of suicide prevention strategies targeting suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STB) in adolescents, there remains a concerning lack of improvement in the situation. In this comprehensive scoping review, our objective was to provide insights into prevention methods for suicidal thoughts and behaviors directed towards adolescents, including their effectiveness, public perception, and potential adaptations.

Method

A scoping review was conducted, encompassing 71 articles including systematic review, clinical trials and qualitative studies for a wider understanding. Most articles included focus generally on adolescents aged 10-20.

Results

No single intervention has shown expected effectiveness, collective efforts have laid a s

SUBMITTER: Aoun J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11748894 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature