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Cassandra L Hartman1, Carol A Wygant1, Arielle H Sheftall2
1Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Parents with a history of suicide attempts want child suicide prevention programs to involve family education, child counseling, and timely interventions. Addressing stigma and practical barriers is key to increasing participation.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Child Psychology
Background:
- Parental suicide attempts significantly elevate offspring suicide risk.
- Targeted suicide prevention programs for at-risk youth are crucial.
- Understanding parental perspectives is vital for program development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore parental perceptions of essential components for child suicide prevention programs.
- To identify barriers to parental participation in these programs.
- To inform the design of effective family-centered suicide prevention strategies.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing semistructured interviews.
- Nine parents with a history of suicide attempts participated.
- Thematic analysis of interview data to identify key themes.
Main Results:
- Parents emphasized the need for parental education, child-focused counseling, and timely interventions.
- Key barriers included fear, stigma, financial/logistical issues, and lack of education.
- These factors significantly influence willingness to engage in prevention programs.
Conclusions:
- Suicide prevention programs should integrate family education and child support.
- Addressing parental fears, stigma, and practical barriers is essential for program success.
- Tailored programs can enhance familial engagement and mitigate youth suicide risk.
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