Exploring Community-Based Suicide Prevention in the Context of Rural Australia: A Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT: Suicide rates in rural communities are higher than in urban areas, and communities play a crucial role in suicide prevention. This study explores community-based suicide prevention using a qualitative research design. Semi-structured interviews and focus groups asked participants to explore community-based suicide prevention in the context of rural Australia. Participants recruited ((n = 37; ages 29-72, Mean = 46, SD = 9.56); female 62.2%; lived experience 48.6%) were self-identified experts, working in rural community-based suicide prevention (community services, program providers, research, and policy development) around Australia. Data were thematically analysed, identifying three themes relating to community-based suicide prevention: (i) Community led initiatives;

SUBMITTER: Grattidge L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9915251 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature