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Mental health and wellbeing - Suicidal thoughts and self-harm

Mental health and wellbeing - Suicidal thoughts and self-harm

Guidance,
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This resource examines suicidal thoughts and self-harm in older adults, particularly in residential aged care. It discusses associated risk factors, the prevalence of mental health conditions, what organisations and individuals can do and gaps in understanding suicide risk. It also reviews interventions, highlighting the need for mental health assessments and training to improve detection and care.

Author
External resource
Key Theme
Clinical safety
Assessment and planning
Standard
5: Clinical Care
3: The Care and Services
Outcomes
5.5: Safety of clinical care services
3.1 Assessment and planning
Mental health and wellbeing - Suicidal thoughts and self-harm

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