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eNews December 2024
Welcome to the latest edition of Life in Mind eNews, featuring news from the suicide prevention and mental health sectors, as well as some of the latest published research in suicide prevention.
If you would like to share suicide prevention news, current initiatives or published research, please email lifeinmind@health.nsw.gov.au
Sector news
New LGBTQA+ state and territory briefing papersThe Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society has released eight briefing papers on LGBTQA+ mental health and suicidality across Australia, using data from three community surveys. Each paper examines rates of suicidality, mental ill-health, healthcare access, and risk and protective factors at the state or territory level. |
New data on homelessness and suicideAn analysis by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) highlights higher mortality rates among people accessing homelessness services, with suicide and accidental poisoning as leading causes. This data emphasises the importance of targeted prevention and improved support systems. |
Suicide Prevention Capacity Building ProgramIn this Q&A, Program Manager, Esther Sole shares insight on Black Dog Institute’s Suicide Prevention Capacity Building Program and how it can support those working to deliver suicide prevention approaches. |
‘Tis the season to be asking R U OK?R U OK? have launched their holiday campaign, ‘Tis the season to be asking R U OK?, which encourages all Australian’s to check in with each other during the festive season. |
Recent releases
Translated research studies
A translation of suicide prevention research on the Life in Mind portal
Alcohol, suicide and COVID-19 in VictoriaResearchers examined data to determine the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on alcohol-related ambulance attendances involving mental health, suicide or self-harm by location and transport to a hospital in Victoria, Australia. |
Lessons in male suicideHow services engage with males experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviours is vital to the prevention of suicide. Researchers reflect on the evidence base and highlight information useful for psychologists in research and clinical practice in Australia. |
