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Patient suicide.

David Greenberg¹, Gabi Shefler¹

¹North Jerusalem Mental Health Center, Herzog Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel.

The Israel Journal of Psychiatry and Related Sciences

|January 26, 2015

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Most psychiatrists experience patient suicide, leading to grief and defensive practice changes. Support is recommended for psychiatrists coping with patient suicide and for facilitating family contact post-event.

Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Mental Health
Medical Ethics

Background:

Patient suicide is a significant event impacting psychiatrists.
The emotional and professional consequences for psychiatrists require attention.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the prevalence and impact of patient suicide on psychiatrists.
To explore psychiatrists' responses and recommend support strategies.

Main Methods:

The study synthesized findings from a series of investigations into psychiatrist experiences with patient suicide.

Main Results:

Most psychiatrists, especially in the public sector, experience patient suicide.
Responses include grief (25-50% intensity), defensive practice changes (increased caution, hospitalization recommendations, consultations), and a desire for post-event support.

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Families often wish to connect with the psychiatrist after a patient's suicide.

Conclusions:

Patient suicide necessitates robust support systems for psychiatrists during and after the event.
Guidance is needed for psychiatrists interacting with families of patients who have died by suicide.
Addressing the impact of patient suicide is crucial for psychiatrist well-being and patient care.