Category Archives: Suicide prevention
Media guidelines just one piece of the puzzle
The throw-away media line “police said there were no suspicious circumstances” may be a thing of the past with today’s announcement of the Australian Press Council’s new guidelines for suicide reporting. These guidelines highlight that reporting of suicide can benefit … Continue reading
Posted in Media reporting, Suicide prevention
Tagged media reporting, Suicide prevention
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We must break the silence
A few months ago I received a letter from the grandparents of a 12 year old girl who had taken her life. These letters are heartbreaking, not only for the young person, but also because you know the impact a … Continue reading
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Tagged ABS, Causes of Death, Indigenous, mental health, suicide, youth
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