Evaluation of suicide awareness programmes delivered to veterinary undergraduates and academic staff.

作者: R. J. Mellanby , N. P. H. Hudson , R. Allister , C. E. Bell , R. W. Else

DOI: 10.1136/VR.C5427

关键词: Veterinary medicineSuicide interventionHuman factors and ergonomicsOccupational safety and healthPoison controlProfessional developmentCurriculumMedicineIntervention (counseling)Suicide prevention

摘要: In an effort to increase suicide awareness skills among veterinary undergraduates, a three-hour workshop (safeTALK) was delivered third-year Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies undergraduates as part their professional development curriculum. Students were able opt out the session by contacting course organisers. A total 26 151 (17 per cent) students attended workshop, and 17 completed feedback questionnaire. The vast majority reported that after completing they more likely or much recognise signs person at risk suicide, approach ask about connect with help. Five academics two-day Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) course, all effective in improving intervention skills.

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