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Correctional workers face high rates of suicidal ideation due to personal and work stressors. While family support can be protective, a lack of employer support and recognition hinders help-seeking behaviors for suicide prevention.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Occupational Health
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Suicide is a recognized public health problem in Canada.
  • Correctional service employees report high lifetime suicidal ideation rates compared to other public safety professionals and the general population.
  • Suicide behaviors are multifactorial, influenced by perceived burdensomeness, lost belonging, hopelessness, and reduced fear of death.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore factors influencing suicide behaviors among correctional workers.
  • To highlight experiences of recovery and the importance of psychologically safe workplaces.
  • To understand the unique challenges faced by this high-risk occupational group.

Main Methods:

  • An inductive, semi-grounded emergent theme analysis was employed.
  • A small sample of 25 correctional workers participated in the study.
  • Qualitative data explored personal and workplace factors related to suicidal ideation and help-seeking.

Main Results:

  • Marital/family problems and workplace difficulties (bullying, poor conditions) were identified as risk factors for suicidal ideation.
  • Having a partner and children emerged as potential protective factors against suicide.
  • Help was sought from professionals (doctors, psychologists, EAP), but perceived lack of organizational support and employer recognition impeded help-seeking.

Conclusions:

  • Correctional workers experience significant risk factors for suicidal ideation, including personal and occupational stressors.
  • While personal relationships can be protective, organizational factors critically influence help-seeking behaviors.
  • Facilitating psychologically safe workplaces and employer recognition are crucial for suicide prevention in correctional services.