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Validation of a Psychosocial Intervention on Body Image in Older People: An Experimental Design
Published on: May 31, 2021
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Suicide prevention in older adults
Carlos Augusto de Mendonça Lima1, Diego De Leo2,3, Gabriel Ivbijaro4,5
1Centre Médical du Jorat, WPA Section of Old Age Psychiatry, Mézières, Switzerland.
Summary
Suicide prevention in older adults requires addressing social factors like isolation and financial security. Enhancing community support and mental health services is crucial for successful aging and reducing suicide rates.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Mental Health Research
Background:
- Suicide rates are highest in adults aged 70 and older globally.
- Increasing life expectancy and decreasing mortality from other causes may lead to a rise in older adult suicides.
- Suicide in older adults is a complex issue influenced by age, gender, and cultural factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on protective factors for suicide among older adults.
- To identify key interventions and strategies for suicide prevention in this demographic.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on suicide protective factors in older adults.
Main Results:
- Key interventions include improving social determinants of health and early treatment of affective disorders.
- Community programs fostering usefulness, belonging, and social integration are beneficial.
- Governments should enhance retirement programs and support systems, facilitating access to health and mental health services.
Conclusions:
- Suicide prevention for older adults must consider socio-environmental factors like social isolation, financial security, and physical health.
- Training primary care professionals to detect and manage at-risk older individuals is essential.
- Promoting a culture of coping with life changes and aging is vital for successful aging.
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