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  • Mental Health Research
  • Public Health Interventions
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Peer-led support models are increasingly utilized in suicide prevention efforts.
  • Existing reviews indicate positive outcomes for individuals with mental health conditions and those bereaved by suicide.
  • However, a gap exists in understanding the specifics and effectiveness of lived experience peer support programs for those at risk of suicide.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of peer support programs specifically designed to reduce suicidality.
  • To identify programs led by individuals with lived experience of suicidal ideation.
  • To assess the current landscape and reported effectiveness of these initiatives.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic scoping review was conducted, searching academic (Medline, PsycINFO, Embase) and grey literature databases (2000-2019).
  • Expert consultations and internet searches were used to identify unpublished or unevaluated programs.
  • Record screening followed a systematic two-stage process aligned with PRISMA guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Eight records identified, detailing seven distinct peer-led support programs for suicide prevention.
  • Programs varied in design and were implemented across diverse settings (schools, communities, rural, online).
  • Crucially, only three of the seven programs provided data on their effectiveness, limiting the review's findings.

Conclusions:

  • A significant evidence gap persists regarding the design, implementation, and effectiveness of peer-led suicide prevention programs.
  • Enhanced reporting standards are necessary to clarify definitions of peer support and lived experience.
  • High-quality evaluations are essential to understand the impact of these programs across various settings and modalities.