Abstract

This subject investigates the underlying factors associated with suicide, suicide attempts and the skills required to effectively respond. It also focuses on community responses through suicide prevention. Of particular focus will be the issue of suicide prevention as it relates to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and to ensure … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following modules: Module 1: Definitions, theories and misconceptions;Module 2: The differences between suicide and self-harm;Module 3: The indicators leading to suicide;Module 4: Key elements in suicide prevention;Module 5: Development of individual suicide prevention approaches;Module 6: Development of community suicide prevention approaches;Module 7: The population health … For more content click the Read More button below.

Assessment items

1. Mini Quiz - Definitions
2. Paper - Theories, Facts and Myths about Ssuicide
3. Critical Review - Suicide

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
examine and discuss the definitions, theories and misconceptions of suicide and self-harm;
2.
critically describe the significance of cultural issues as they relate to suicide and self-harm;
3.
explore and critique through social media and lived experiences, the myths and misconceptions around attempted suicide and suicide;
4.
examine the indicators and risk factors leading to suicide;
5.
critically discuss models of suicide prevention and risk management including the role of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and support services;
6.
analyse and demonstrate promotion, prevention and early intervention strategies as they relate to suicide prevention; and
7.
critically discuss legal and ethical issues as they relate to suicide prevention and intervention.

Enrolment restrictions

  • Restricted to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
  • Restricted to students enrolled in the Associate Degree in Health Science (Mental Health)
  • Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health)

Learning activities

Intensive School

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.