Returning to School Following Hospitalization for Suicide-Related Behaviors: Recognizing Student Voices for Improving Practice.

ABSTRACT: Adolescent hospitalizations for suicide-related behaviors have increased in recent years, with the highest rates occurring during the academic school year. Schools are a primary environment that adolescents return to following hospitalization, making them an important context for understanding recovery following a suicidal crisis. Although previous research highlights provider perceptions for improving this transition, limited research has focused on adolescent views. This qualitative study presents findings from interviews with 19 adolescents previously hospitalized for a suicide-related crisis. Results highlight the need to strengthen social supports for returning youth. Specifically, findings suggest the importance of emotional supports (e.g., positive school relationships and a safer p

SUBMITTER: Marraccini ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9400799 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature