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Exploring Web-Based Support for Suicidal Ideation in the Scottish Population: Usability Study.

Heather McClelland¹, Rory C O'Connor¹, Laura Gibson²

¹School of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom.

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A new peer-driven website offering 24/7 support for suicidal thoughts in Scotland shows promise. The "Surviving Suicidal Thoughts" platform, featuring lived experience videos, significantly reduced suicidal ideation among users.

Keywords:

Scotland crisis intervention digital intervention internet self-help suicidal thoughts suicide prevention

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Area of Science:

Digital Mental Health
Suicide Prevention Research
Public Health Interventions

Background:

Suicide is a significant global health issue, with Scotland experiencing the highest rates in the UK.
A critical gap exists in accessible, 24-hour peer-driven online support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts in Scotland.
Stakeholders identified the need for immediate, web-based resources to address this gap.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, utility, and reach of a novel suicide prevention website, 'Surviving Suicidal Thoughts'.
To assess the effectiveness of personal testimony videos from individuals with lived experience as a support mechanism.
To determine the website's suitability for Scottish residents experiencing suicidal ideation or supporting others.

Main Methods:

Development of a peer-driven website offering resources like lived experience videos and guidance on supporting suicidal individuals.
Promotion of the website through social media channels and Google Ads to maximize reach within Scotland.
Evaluation based on website engagement metrics, marketing campaign performance, and user feedback via a cross-sectional survey.

Main Results:

The website received an average of 99.9 daily visitors over 41 weeks, with engagement from all regions of Scotland.
A significant reduction in suicidal thoughts was observed among users (P=.03), with higher engagement from those actively seeking help.
User feedback indicated a preference for personalized advertisements and age-appropriate video content.

Conclusions:

A peer-led, web-based intervention like 'Surviving Suicidal Thoughts' can effectively reach and support individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts in Scotland.
Digital interventions demonstrate considerable reach across diverse age groups and geographical areas within Scotland.
Further research with larger samples and modifications based on social learning theory is recommended to enhance effectiveness.