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A consumer's perspective of a suicide intervention programme.

S Aoun1, L Johnson

  • 1WA Centre for Rural Health and Community Development, Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia. samar.aoun@health.wa.gov.au

The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Mental Health Nursing
|June 26, 2001
PubMed
Summary

This study found that a high-intensity suicide intervention program positively impacted consumers, with many reporting reduced suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Dissatisfaction was linked to treatment history and access barriers.

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Area of Science:

  • Mental Health
  • Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Suicide intervention programs are crucial for mental health support.
  • Understanding the consumer perspective is vital for program effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a suicide intervention program's impact from the consumer's viewpoint.
  • To identify factors influencing consumer satisfaction and outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Self-administered questionnaires were used.
  • Data collected from consumers referred to a suicide intervention counsellor in rural Western Australia over two years.

Main Results:

  • 75% of respondents reported positive experiences with the service.

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  • 50% no longer experienced suicidal ideation post-intervention.
  • 20% reported attempted self-harm after counselling; higher rates in dissatisfied consumers.

    • Conclusions:

    • A high-intensity suicide intervention approach is effective from the consumer's perspective.
    • Addressing treatment history and care access barriers can improve satisfaction.
    • The program resolved or improved presenting problems and coping abilities.