Suicide Prevention in Mental Health Services—A Qualitative Study of a Web Based Program for Mental Health Care Staff

• 作者: Lars Hansson Sigrid Stjernsw?rd
• 来源期刊: 医学心理学(英文)
• 学科: 医学
• 关键词: COMPETENCE PSYCHIATRIC Services MENTAL Health Care STAFF SUICIDE Prevention Web Based PROGRAM
• 年，卷（期）: 2013,（4）
• 页码范围: 175-182
• 页数: 8页
• 分类号: R73

摘要

Background: Further strategies are needed to deal with the high losses to suicide. New modalities should be explored within the context of suicide prevention. Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate participants’ experiences of a web based program for mental health care staff, including its potential clinical relevance. Methods: Nineteen participants participated in five focus groups. Data was analyzed using content analysis. Results: The analysis showed participants’ experiences of the program’s contents and format (“Web Based Modules”, “Discussion Groups”) and practical value (“Clinical Relevance and Use”, “Effects on Communication and Climate”). Conclusions: The program partly increased awareness about risk factors and the importance of inquiring about suicide ideation/plans and documenting suicide assessments. Experiences of the clinical value were varying and may be increased through potential enhancements.