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Suicide prevention: an analysis and replication of a curriculum-based high school program
1South Elgin High School, IL 60177, USA. jerryciffone@u-46.org
Social Work
|March 29, 2007
Summary
High school suicide prevention programs can reduce negative attitudes toward suicide. These evidence-based curricula also decrease adolescent reluctance to seek mental health support for themselves and peers.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Education
Background:
- Suicide is a significant concern among adolescents.
- Effective prevention strategies in schools are crucial.
- Curriculum-based interventions show promise for addressing adolescent mental health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a curriculum-based suicide prevention program in a high school setting.
- To assess the program's impact on student attitudes toward suicide.
- To determine if the program reduces reluctance in seeking mental health treatment.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a specific curriculum-based suicide prevention program.
- Delivery to students in a high school environment.
- Assessment of changes in attitudes and help-seeking behaviors.
Main Results:
- The program successfully altered negative attitudes about suicide across targeted areas.
- Adolescents showed reduced reluctance to seek mental health treatment for themselves.
- Students also demonstrated reduced reluctance to seek help for their peers.
Conclusions:
- Curriculum-based suicide prevention programs are beneficial in high schools.
- These programs can positively influence adolescent attitudes and behaviors regarding suicide.
- The findings are consistent with previous research, suggesting program efficacy.
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