This document discusses the relationship between media reporting and portrayal of suicide and suicidal behaviors. It notes that while media may help with education, it can also increase suicide risk by glamorizing suicide or presenting it as a solution to problems. The document then provides examples of research showing connections between certain styles of media reporting and increased suicide rates. It also discusses how the internet provides both opportunities for education but also risks, as some sites encourage or instruct on suicide methods. The document calls for more research and safety measures around media reporting and internet content related to suicide.
The document summarizes a seminar presentation on the use of social media among adolescents. It outlines the benefits of social media, such as connecting with friends and accessing health information, but also the risks, like cyberbullying, sexting, and exposure to inappropriate content. It discusses the challenges social media poses to adolescent health and ways to promote safe usage, such as developing family media plans and using social platforms to deliver health messages. The presentation concludes by calling for efforts to continue enhancing online privacy and screening for social media risks during medical exams.
Internet addiction is being considered as a diagnosis for inclusion in the DSM-V. It involves compulsive online computer use and consists of three subtypes: excessive gaming, sexual preoccupations, and excessive email/texting. South Korea considers internet addiction a major public health issue, with over 200,000 children requiring treatment and 1.2 million children at risk. China also recognizes internet addiction as a problem, with around 10 million teenagers meeting diagnostic criteria.
The Central Nervous System Center, P.L.L.C. (CNS Center of Arizona) seeks to promote patient-centered, comprehensive clinical care. CNS Center of Arizona pursues excellence in clinical and evidence-based initiatives in areas related to psychiatric disorders. Our services include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and individual psychotherapy. Please contact us at (480) 367-1500.
Christina Carew presented on digital media and mental health. She discussed research on digital media and teen mental health. She outlined a curriculum website, virtual classroom, and e-learning center for teaching about mental health. The presentation also described available resources like videos, reviews, frameworks and training programs to educate on adolescent mental health issues.
the social determinants of mental illnessGreg Fell
This document discusses addressing the social determinants of mental illness and flipping the approach to mental health on its head. It makes four key points: (1) Most factors influencing mental well-being are outside the traditional health system; (2) Upstream social and economic factors matter more than downstream interventions; (3) All the proposed determinants are complex systems that interact; and (4) The default is to focus on symptoms over addressing root causes. It argues for a holistic, multi-sector approach to mental health that tackles issues like debt, employment, housing, and education.
The document summarizes a seminar presentation on the use of social media among adolescents. It outlines the benefits of social media, such as connecting with friends and accessing health information, but also the risks, like cyberbullying, sexting, and exposure to inappropriate content. It discusses the challenges social media poses to adolescent health and ways to promote safe usage, such as developing family media plans and using social platforms to deliver health messages. The presentation concludes by calling for efforts to continue enhancing online privacy and screening for social media risks during medical exams.
Internet addiction is being considered as a diagnosis for inclusion in the DSM-V. It involves compulsive online computer use and consists of three subtypes: excessive gaming, sexual preoccupations, and excessive email/texting. South Korea considers internet addiction a major public health issue, with over 200,000 children requiring treatment and 1.2 million children at risk. China also recognizes internet addiction as a problem, with around 10 million teenagers meeting diagnostic criteria.
The Central Nervous System Center, P.L.L.C. (CNS Center of Arizona) seeks to promote patient-centered, comprehensive clinical care. CNS Center of Arizona pursues excellence in clinical and evidence-based initiatives in areas related to psychiatric disorders. Our services include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and individual psychotherapy. Please contact us at (480) 367-1500.
Christina Carew presented on digital media and mental health. She discussed research on digital media and teen mental health. She outlined a curriculum website, virtual classroom, and e-learning center for teaching about mental health. The presentation also described available resources like videos, reviews, frameworks and training programs to educate on adolescent mental health issues.
the social determinants of mental illnessGreg Fell
This document discusses addressing the social determinants of mental illness and flipping the approach to mental health on its head. It makes four key points: (1) Most factors influencing mental well-being are outside the traditional health system; (2) Upstream social and economic factors matter more than downstream interventions; (3) All the proposed determinants are complex systems that interact; and (4) The default is to focus on symptoms over addressing root causes. It argues for a holistic, multi-sector approach to mental health that tackles issues like debt, employment, housing, and education.
Can excessive use of social media lead to mental illnessHarsh Vardhan
This document examines the effects of excessive social media use on mental health. Through a literature review and online surveys, it finds that most youth spend 1-4 hours daily on social media and that overuse can lead to addiction, anxiety, decreased productivity, and dual personality disorder. Both primary data from surveys and secondary sources show that social media is highly connected to mental health issues when overused. Potential solutions discussed include implementing firewalls in schools, providing counseling, and encouraging personality development classes to reduce social media dependency.
The impact of social media on our mental healthHelenTrigueiro1
Project performed by high school students for an english couse class.
The credits for the template goes completely to slidesgo and if you want to create one slide with the template of this project you can see it on that link: https://slidesgo.com/pt/tema/cv-estilo-circuito-eletronico#search-tecnologia&position-160&results-356&rs=search
Cyberbullying involves using technology to deliberately harm or harass others. Over half of adolescents have experienced cyberbullying. Factors that may contribute to a teen becoming a cyberbully include lack of parental supervision, drug and alcohol use, and family conflicts. Two teenagers who died by suicide after experiencing severe cyberbullying were Ryan Halligan in 2003 and Tyler Clementi in 2010. Cyberbullying can have negative effects on victims' self-esteem, grades, health, and risk of suicide. Educating kids, monitoring their online activity, and having them tell trusted adults about cyberbullying are ways to help prevent it.
This is a group project for a Social Work and Technology course. It was created with a collabortive effort by Caroline Duggan, Melissa Hatfield and Kristen Montour. Enjoy! (There is sound on the first slide and the 15th slide, however, it does not work on some computers).
Social media and young people's mental health and wellbeingmResearcher
Social media has revolutionised the way we connect with each other. Platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are now used by one in four people worldwide.1 The use of social media has become an integral part of many people’s lives, connecting them with friends, family and strangers from across the globe.
The document discusses suicide, including defining it as intentionally taking one's own life, statistics showing it is a leading cause of death worldwide, and factors that can trigger suicidal thoughts or attempts such as depression, relationship problems, substance abuse, and physical or mental illness. It also examines the effects of suicide on individuals, families, friends and society, as well as methods commonly used and ways to help prevent suicide.
Contemporary Social Issues - Mental Health Powerpointjessdettman
This document discusses mental health and mental illness. It defines mental health as successful mental functioning and relationships, while being able to cope with change and adversity. Mental illness and mental disorder are also defined. Several common mental illnesses are listed such as depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders. Facts about the prevalence of mental illnesses are provided, showing they affect about 20% of Canadians and are more common among youth and those who die by suicide. The stigma of mental illness is discussed, showing many are unwilling to be in relationships with or socialize with those who have a mental illness. A story is also provided about a woman who recovered from depression. Overall causes, impacts, and solutions for mental health issues are examined.
Social media, Depression, & Suicide: What We Know & How Social Work Can Help Sean Erreger LCSW
This was my presentation for 2018 Global Social Welfare Digital Conference. I talked about research on social media, depression, and what it means for clinical practice with children and families. Video link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjiayQ5cUcs&feature=youtu.be
Depression is a common and serious medical illness that affects how one feels, thinks, and acts. India has been ranked as the most depressed country in the world based on population size. Depression is also common among teenagers and can be caused by brain chemistry issues, hormonal changes, inherited traits, early childhood trauma, and negative thinking patterns. Symptoms include poor school performance, low energy, mood changes, and suicidal thoughts. Treatments include medication and psychological counseling. Open communication and encouraging healthy habits can help prevent teen depression.
The document discusses various ethical issues related to social media use and mobile access of social media. It provides statistics on growing mobile access and use of social networking apps. It raises questions about getting permission before posting photos of people online and discusses different ethical perspectives like utilitarianism, rights, fairness and virtue. It also mentions guidelines from organizations like AP on retweeting and potential social media pitfalls.
Cyberbullying is a growing problem, with over half of adolescents experiencing it. Cyberbullying occurs through digital means like phones and social media, and involves sending harmful, humiliating content. Common places it happens are social media, texts, and instant messages. Cyberbullies are often seeking revenge, power, or peer pressure. Effects of cyberbullying include low self-esteem, isolation, and in tragic cases, suicide. Schools should have anti-bullying policies and counseling to address both victims and bullies. Parents can help by monitoring children's online activities and blocking harassing individuals.
The document discusses the impact of media on children. It notes that children are exposed to a lot of information from technology and media without much guidance from parents. It outlines some of the negative impacts media can have, including materialism, obesity, violence and aggression, early sexual behavior, and substance use. It also discusses risks of social media and cyber technology like sexting and interacting with strangers online. Protective factors mentioned include parents watching media with children and discussing the content.
Social media has both positive and negative impacts on youth. Positively, it keeps youth connected to friends, allows self-expression, and helps develop social skills. However, it can also be addictive and prioritized over family and school. Youth are especially vulnerable to comparing themselves to unrealistic standards online and can be influenced by things they see. Both parents and schools need to guide youth on proper social media use to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.
Social media and marketing have significant psychological impacts on children and teens. Excessive exposure to ads, desire for brand names, and focus on appearance can lower self-esteem and promote unhealthy behaviors. Parents struggle to set limits in the face of intense marketing pressures. Schools and communities need to support parents by educating youth, restricting ads, and promoting critical thinking skills to resist undue influence.
Social media is the use of electronic and internet tools to share and discuss information with online communities. Some positive effects of social media include establishing connections with people, sharing ideas and creativity, and accessing information from anywhere in the world. However, social media can also be addictive and negatively impact students' academic performance. It also opens users up to hackers, fraud, and health issues from overuse. Popular social media tools include WhatsApp, Twitter, Google+, and LinkedIn. Users must be aware of threats like social networking worms, phishing, trojans, data leaks, and shortened malicious links on social media. Parents and users should work to prevent these threats through safety precautions like privacy settings and not sharing personal information
This document discusses teens' use of social media and parental concerns. It notes that approximately 75% of Canadians use social media, with some demographic differences. While 50% of parents worry about their child's social media use regarding things like privacy and interactions with strangers, research also shows that social media can have benefits for teens such as connecting with friends and collaborating on schoolwork. The document advocates that parents educate themselves about social media, communicate with their children about responsible use, and serve as role models for maintaining privacy online.
Impact of social media on the future of childhoodratna1958
This document provides an overview of the impact of social media on childhood. It begins with introducing different types of social media and interactive media. It then discusses both the positive and potential harmful effects of social media usage based on statistics and research findings. Some key points include increased risk of obesity, violence, cyberbullying and addiction. However, benefits like educational opportunities and maintaining social connections are also noted. The document concludes by providing recommendations to maximize opportunities and minimize risks for children regarding social media use.
Social media use has been linked to increased rates of depression. Frequent social media users are more likely to be depressed than less frequent users. The ways social media may cause depression include lack of meaningful social interaction, increased social comparison and envy of others' lives, and overuse of multiple platforms. However, people continue using social media heavily due to its ability to trigger rewards in the brain and its role in modern communication. Reducing social media use is difficult but may improve well-being and decrease depressive symptoms.
This presentation provides information about teen suicide, including that it is the second leading cause of death among teens. It discusses the different types of suicide and some of the common causes, such as mental illness, broken homes, traumatic experiences, and pressures. The presentation emphasizes that there are always alternatives to suicide for dealing with problems and provides resources for help, such as national suicide hotlines.
The document discusses the concept of moral panics, particularly regarding teenagers and the internet. It introduces the idea of "catfishing", where teenagers create fake online profiles to deceive others. While catfishing fulfills teens' desire for acceptance, it can also harm them emotionally and mentally. The root cause of catfishing is argued to be inherent teenage behavior, not social media sites as commonly blamed. The summary discusses how catfishing became a new internet moral panic centered around teens.
This document discusses research on the relationship between media exposure to suicide and youth imitation behaviors. It finds that exposure to suicide in various media forms, such as news reports, television shows, films and music lyrics, is correlated with increased youth suicide rates. However, most studies are narrative in nature and cannot determine causation. The document recommends further research that distinguishes between the effects of media exposure and preexisting suicidal tendencies.
Can excessive use of social media lead to mental illnessHarsh Vardhan
This document examines the effects of excessive social media use on mental health. Through a literature review and online surveys, it finds that most youth spend 1-4 hours daily on social media and that overuse can lead to addiction, anxiety, decreased productivity, and dual personality disorder. Both primary data from surveys and secondary sources show that social media is highly connected to mental health issues when overused. Potential solutions discussed include implementing firewalls in schools, providing counseling, and encouraging personality development classes to reduce social media dependency.
The impact of social media on our mental healthHelenTrigueiro1
Project performed by high school students for an english couse class.
The credits for the template goes completely to slidesgo and if you want to create one slide with the template of this project you can see it on that link: https://slidesgo.com/pt/tema/cv-estilo-circuito-eletronico#search-tecnologia&position-160&results-356&rs=search
Cyberbullying involves using technology to deliberately harm or harass others. Over half of adolescents have experienced cyberbullying. Factors that may contribute to a teen becoming a cyberbully include lack of parental supervision, drug and alcohol use, and family conflicts. Two teenagers who died by suicide after experiencing severe cyberbullying were Ryan Halligan in 2003 and Tyler Clementi in 2010. Cyberbullying can have negative effects on victims' self-esteem, grades, health, and risk of suicide. Educating kids, monitoring their online activity, and having them tell trusted adults about cyberbullying are ways to help prevent it.
This is a group project for a Social Work and Technology course. It was created with a collabortive effort by Caroline Duggan, Melissa Hatfield and Kristen Montour. Enjoy! (There is sound on the first slide and the 15th slide, however, it does not work on some computers).
Social media and young people's mental health and wellbeingmResearcher
Social media has revolutionised the way we connect with each other. Platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are now used by one in four people worldwide.1 The use of social media has become an integral part of many people’s lives, connecting them with friends, family and strangers from across the globe.
The document discusses suicide, including defining it as intentionally taking one's own life, statistics showing it is a leading cause of death worldwide, and factors that can trigger suicidal thoughts or attempts such as depression, relationship problems, substance abuse, and physical or mental illness. It also examines the effects of suicide on individuals, families, friends and society, as well as methods commonly used and ways to help prevent suicide.
Contemporary Social Issues - Mental Health Powerpointjessdettman
This document discusses mental health and mental illness. It defines mental health as successful mental functioning and relationships, while being able to cope with change and adversity. Mental illness and mental disorder are also defined. Several common mental illnesses are listed such as depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders. Facts about the prevalence of mental illnesses are provided, showing they affect about 20% of Canadians and are more common among youth and those who die by suicide. The stigma of mental illness is discussed, showing many are unwilling to be in relationships with or socialize with those who have a mental illness. A story is also provided about a woman who recovered from depression. Overall causes, impacts, and solutions for mental health issues are examined.
Social media, Depression, & Suicide: What We Know & How Social Work Can Help Sean Erreger LCSW
This was my presentation for 2018 Global Social Welfare Digital Conference. I talked about research on social media, depression, and what it means for clinical practice with children and families. Video link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjiayQ5cUcs&feature=youtu.be
Depression is a common and serious medical illness that affects how one feels, thinks, and acts. India has been ranked as the most depressed country in the world based on population size. Depression is also common among teenagers and can be caused by brain chemistry issues, hormonal changes, inherited traits, early childhood trauma, and negative thinking patterns. Symptoms include poor school performance, low energy, mood changes, and suicidal thoughts. Treatments include medication and psychological counseling. Open communication and encouraging healthy habits can help prevent teen depression.
The document discusses various ethical issues related to social media use and mobile access of social media. It provides statistics on growing mobile access and use of social networking apps. It raises questions about getting permission before posting photos of people online and discusses different ethical perspectives like utilitarianism, rights, fairness and virtue. It also mentions guidelines from organizations like AP on retweeting and potential social media pitfalls.
Cyberbullying is a growing problem, with over half of adolescents experiencing it. Cyberbullying occurs through digital means like phones and social media, and involves sending harmful, humiliating content. Common places it happens are social media, texts, and instant messages. Cyberbullies are often seeking revenge, power, or peer pressure. Effects of cyberbullying include low self-esteem, isolation, and in tragic cases, suicide. Schools should have anti-bullying policies and counseling to address both victims and bullies. Parents can help by monitoring children's online activities and blocking harassing individuals.
The document discusses the impact of media on children. It notes that children are exposed to a lot of information from technology and media without much guidance from parents. It outlines some of the negative impacts media can have, including materialism, obesity, violence and aggression, early sexual behavior, and substance use. It also discusses risks of social media and cyber technology like sexting and interacting with strangers online. Protective factors mentioned include parents watching media with children and discussing the content.
Social media has both positive and negative impacts on youth. Positively, it keeps youth connected to friends, allows self-expression, and helps develop social skills. However, it can also be addictive and prioritized over family and school. Youth are especially vulnerable to comparing themselves to unrealistic standards online and can be influenced by things they see. Both parents and schools need to guide youth on proper social media use to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.
Social media and marketing have significant psychological impacts on children and teens. Excessive exposure to ads, desire for brand names, and focus on appearance can lower self-esteem and promote unhealthy behaviors. Parents struggle to set limits in the face of intense marketing pressures. Schools and communities need to support parents by educating youth, restricting ads, and promoting critical thinking skills to resist undue influence.
Social media is the use of electronic and internet tools to share and discuss information with online communities. Some positive effects of social media include establishing connections with people, sharing ideas and creativity, and accessing information from anywhere in the world. However, social media can also be addictive and negatively impact students' academic performance. It also opens users up to hackers, fraud, and health issues from overuse. Popular social media tools include WhatsApp, Twitter, Google+, and LinkedIn. Users must be aware of threats like social networking worms, phishing, trojans, data leaks, and shortened malicious links on social media. Parents and users should work to prevent these threats through safety precautions like privacy settings and not sharing personal information
This document discusses teens' use of social media and parental concerns. It notes that approximately 75% of Canadians use social media, with some demographic differences. While 50% of parents worry about their child's social media use regarding things like privacy and interactions with strangers, research also shows that social media can have benefits for teens such as connecting with friends and collaborating on schoolwork. The document advocates that parents educate themselves about social media, communicate with their children about responsible use, and serve as role models for maintaining privacy online.
Impact of social media on the future of childhoodratna1958
This document provides an overview of the impact of social media on childhood. It begins with introducing different types of social media and interactive media. It then discusses both the positive and potential harmful effects of social media usage based on statistics and research findings. Some key points include increased risk of obesity, violence, cyberbullying and addiction. However, benefits like educational opportunities and maintaining social connections are also noted. The document concludes by providing recommendations to maximize opportunities and minimize risks for children regarding social media use.
Social media use has been linked to increased rates of depression. Frequent social media users are more likely to be depressed than less frequent users. The ways social media may cause depression include lack of meaningful social interaction, increased social comparison and envy of others' lives, and overuse of multiple platforms. However, people continue using social media heavily due to its ability to trigger rewards in the brain and its role in modern communication. Reducing social media use is difficult but may improve well-being and decrease depressive symptoms.
This presentation provides information about teen suicide, including that it is the second leading cause of death among teens. It discusses the different types of suicide and some of the common causes, such as mental illness, broken homes, traumatic experiences, and pressures. The presentation emphasizes that there are always alternatives to suicide for dealing with problems and provides resources for help, such as national suicide hotlines.
The document discusses the concept of moral panics, particularly regarding teenagers and the internet. It introduces the idea of "catfishing", where teenagers create fake online profiles to deceive others. While catfishing fulfills teens' desire for acceptance, it can also harm them emotionally and mentally. The root cause of catfishing is argued to be inherent teenage behavior, not social media sites as commonly blamed. The summary discusses how catfishing became a new internet moral panic centered around teens.
This document discusses research on the relationship between media exposure to suicide and youth imitation behaviors. It finds that exposure to suicide in various media forms, such as news reports, television shows, films and music lyrics, is correlated with increased youth suicide rates. However, most studies are narrative in nature and cannot determine causation. The document recommends further research that distinguishes between the effects of media exposure and preexisting suicidal tendencies.
Youth suicide is a prevalent issue in American society. Each year, approximately 400,000 high school students attempt suicide, and 12 young people between ages 15-24 die by suicide daily. The article examines common risk factors for youth suicide such as depression, sexual orientation, anger, substance abuse, and involvement in the juvenile justice system. It aims to raise awareness of the problem and need for prevention programs.
This document discusses how violence in news media can cultivate perceptions of the world as mean and scary in heavy viewers. It analyzes research showing news frequently emphasizes crime and violence more than actual rates. Studies found media exposure accounts for children's knowledge of violence even in low-crime areas. Heavy viewing is linked to outcomes like "mean world syndrome," defined as seeing the world as exceedingly dangerous. While tragic events receive coverage, this focus on violence and fear may fuel disproportionate public panic out of line with actual risks and realities.
Pauline, a 16-year-old Māori/NZ European teenager, faces several risk factors that could negatively impact her current and future health, including family issues, lack of education, substance abuse, early sexual activity, and suicidal thoughts. However, participating in activities like church and maintaining connections to her family provide protective factors that can help build her resilience. The essay will examine how these various risk and protective factors might affect Pauline's overall well-being and development.
Scientific American MIND, vol. 33.1 (January-February 2022).pdfprakashchikte7
- A new study found that suicide rates among Black children and adolescents have been increasing between 2003 and 2017, especially among Black girls whose rate of increase was more than twice that of Black boys.
- The reasons for this are unclear but may include high rates of adverse childhood experiences, experiences of racial discrimination, lack of access to mental healthcare due to stigma, and unique risks faced by Black girls including higher rates of sexual violence and the compounding effects of sexism and racism.
- More attention needs to be paid to recognizing signs of distress in Black youth, especially subtle behaviors that may indicate conditions like depression, PTSD, or ADHD rather than attributing behaviors solely to those diagnoses. Outreach specific to the needs of Black
LeeAnn Rostberg Literature Review PowerPointleearost1
The document summarizes research on the relationship between media portrayal of suicide and suicide rates among adolescents. Several studies have found correlations, with suicide rates sometimes spiking in the days and weeks following prominent media stories about suicide. Factors that may influence adolescents include identifying with suicide victims in the media, graphic or extensive coverage of suicide methods, and easy access to information about suicide online or in other media. While some research is inconclusive, many experts believe the media has a responsibility to discuss suicide carefully to avoid unintended impacts on vulnerable youth.
The document discusses various models of media effects and debates around media violence. It outlines the hypodermic needle model and two-step flow hypothesis as early models of media effects. It then discusses moral panics around media violence, such as those sparked by the James Bulger murder case and concerns over new media technologies. It notes that evidence for direct harmful media effects is weak and inconclusive. The document advocates understanding media panics as socially constructed moral issues rather than proven behavioral effects and examines the role of interest groups in fueling such panics.
The document discusses the role of youth in Pakistan's future. It states that youth are a revolutionary force who can revive a nation facing challenges. Pakistan currently faces economic, social, and political turmoil with issues like rising crime, depletion of resources, and power shortages. The summary argues that educated and proactive Pakistani youth can advocate for change and find peaceful solutions to problems. They should encourage critical thinking, participate in media, and pressure authorities to be accountable in order to trigger positive change and a more tolerant society.
The document discusses the debate around media violence and its effects on children. It notes that children spend significant time watching television and are exposed to violence through various media sources. Studies have shown that viewing media violence can increase aggressive behavior in children and desensitize them to real-world violence. When children emulate violent actions they see in media without consequences, it may lead to increased risk of violent behavior as adults. The media needs to consider how violence is portrayed and the messages it sends to impressionable youth audiences.
The document provides a continuous analytical reflection on topics related to citizenship, inequality, gender, sexuality, and action for change. It discusses issues like racial inequality in the American justice system, the emergence of slacktivism, activism vs slacktivism, and rape culture. The reflection is based on analysis of various sources and contains over 20 citations and links to related videos and images.
This document summarizes the life and career of Marilyn Monroe. It describes how she changed her appearance and name to create her iconic blond bombshell image. It discusses her two early breakout films and her marriages. The document also touches on her struggles with depression and dependence on alcohol and medications. It concludes with a brief mention of her dismissal from her final film project and her death in 1962 at the age of 36.
This document outlines a research study comparing social marketing and community development approaches for Māori suicide prevention. It defines key terms, reviews literature on Māori suicide statistics and risk factors, describes social marketing and community development initiatives in New Zealand. Key informant interviews provided insights from experts. While both approaches have benefits, community development aligns more with Māori culture but data is lacking. Further research is needed to objectively compare the effectiveness of these approaches for Māori.
This document summarizes a workshop on suicide and the media held in New Zealand in September 2013. It discusses the Mindframe National Media Initiative, which aims to influence responsible media representation of suicide and mental illness issues. The workshop covered evidence on the impacts of media reporting on suicide, challenges in media coverage of suicide, and guidelines for discussing suicide safely and constructively in the media. It also addressed working collaboratively with the media and providing helpful information for audiences while avoiding sensationalism.
Dr Nicole Coupe - Preventing Māori suicide: Improving care and interventionMHF Suicide Prevention
This cultural assessment summarizes a study on preventing suicide among Māori in New Zealand. The study investigated over 700 cases of Māori suicide and self-harm annually. It formed an investigation team and advisory group to design a randomized controlled trial comparing a culturally-informed intervention ("Powhiri") to treatment as usual for Māori presenting with self-harm. Powhiri incorporated elements of Māori culture and problem-solving therapy. Preliminary findings showed Powhiri significantly decreased hopelessness and increased time before re-presentation with self-harm compared to the control group. The assessment calls for continuing to improve Māori cultural identity through culturally-informed problem solving interventions.
Identity satisfaction in sexual minorities: A queer kind of strength - Associ...MHF Suicide Prevention
Presentation by Associate Professor Mark Henrickson at the symposium LGBTTI Wellness & Suicide: What do we need to change? Hosted in Auckland on 27 February 2013 by Auckland DHB, Affinity Services, OUTLine NZ, Rainbow Youth and the Mental Health Foundation.
LGBTTI Wellness and Suicide: What do we need to change? - Mani Bruce MitchellMHF Suicide Prevention
The document discusses the need for changes to address issues affecting the LGBTQIA+ community such as wellness, suicide, bullying, violence, isolation, lack of resources and lack of human rights protections. It argues that too many lives have been lost already and calls for greater care, support and coordinated efforts across sectors to value all people equally and ensure safety, well-being and fulfillment of potential for everyone in the rainbow community, especially youth.
Presentation by Mathijs Lucassen at the symposium LGBTTI Wellness & Suicide: What do we need to change? Hosted in Auckland on 27 February 2013 by Auckland DHB, Affinity Services, OUTLine NZ, Rainbow Youth and the Mental Health Foundation.
Presentation by Moira Clunie at the symposium LGBTTI Wellness & Suicide: What do we need to change? Hosted in Auckland on 27 February 2013 by Auckland DHB, Affinity Services, OUTLine NZ, Rainbow Youth and the Mental Health Foundation.
Mental wellbeing - Auckland Council Social and Community Development ForumMHF Suicide Prevention
Presentation on flourishing, mental health promotion and opportunities for Auckland Council to promote welbeing in the community, to Auckland Council Social and Community Development Forum, 26 February 2013.
Suicide prevention - Auckland Council Social and Community Development ForumMHF Suicide Prevention
Presentation on suicide prevention and the work of Suicide Prevention Information New Zealand to Auckland Council Social and Community Development Forum, 26 February 2013.
Keri Lawson-Te Aho discusses suicide prevention for Māori in the first of three online seminars. She shares a story from her own whānau, looks at how the issue is different for Māori including culturally-specific risk and protective factors, and suggests a paradigm shift is needed to respond to Māori suicide more effectively. For more information about this seminar series, see: http://www.spinz.org.nz/page/323-webinars
Prof G Luke Larkin and Dr Annette Beautrais discuss strengthening protective factors & instilling hope in a webinar to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2012. More information and video: http://www.spinz.org.nz/page/239-events-archive+webinar-for-world-suicide-prevention-day-2012
This document provides information on suicide prevention for Asian communities in New Zealand. It summarizes statistics on suicide rates nationally and among Asian populations from 2004-2009. It also discusses risk and protective factors for suicide, noting the importance of family, community, and culturally appropriate services. Current gaps are identified in research and resources for understanding suicidality in Asian communities in New Zealand.
Resistance often occurs when bereaved individuals feel a lack of power or control over the support being offered following a suicide. Acts of resistance can be positive when they allow bereaved people to voice their concerns and regain a sense of empowerment. It is important for support providers to understand why resistance occurs from the perspective of bereaved individuals in order to have collaborative relationships and provide effective support. Embracing, rather than controlling, resistance provides an opportunity to gain valuable insights and make improvements that better meet the needs of the bereaved.
This document discusses collaborating for suicide prevention through inclusive and tailored initiatives. It notes that every person has a unique and complex identity influenced by factors like gender, sexuality, culture and more. Initiatives should consider generic, inclusive approaches as well as those tailored to specific groups' needs. Groups like the LGBT community face higher suicide risks due to challenges including discrimination, bullying and lack of support. Both targeted and inclusive initiatives were discussed as having strengths and challenges to consider for collaboration on suicide prevention.
The document summarizes a symposium on suicide prevention for Pacific communities in New Zealand. It includes an outline of the agenda which involves introductions, discussing suicide prevention for Pacific communities, and the New Zealand Suicide Prevention Strategy. Statistics are provided showing Pacific peoples have the third highest suicide rates compared to other ethnic groups. The strategy aims to promote mental health, improve care for those experiencing mental health problems or who have attempted suicide, reduce access to means of suicide, support those affected by suicide, and expand evidence about effective interventions. An open discussion period is included on the agenda.
This document summarizes patterns of suicidal behavior among inmates in New Zealand prisons over the past 20 years. There were two distinct peaks in prison suicides, in 1984-1985 and 1994-1995, which were influenced by changes in health and correctional policies. Screening tools and mental health services have since been developed and expanded for prisoners to help address suicide risk, though continued collaboration between health and corrections sectors is still needed.
Problem Gambling & Suicidality: Causality, Catalyst or Common Factor?MHF Suicide Prevention
This document discusses problem gambling and suicidality. It presents the following key points in 3 sentences:
1. Elevated rates of depression are found in pathological gamblers, and clinicians should assess for suicidality, especially where prior mental health issues exist, as the relationship between suicidality and gambling is complex and causal factors remain unknown.
2. While most people gamble recreationally, problem gamblers represent 0.5-3% of the population and have high rates of suicidal ideation, attempts, and completions, though gambling-related suicides are relatively rare.
3. Effective public health policies and treatment interventions require responsible gambling regulations and education, secondary prevention
Histololgy of Female Reproductive System.pptxAyeshaZaid1
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1. (New) Media and Suicide
“As long as people are able to communicate, it would be
impossible to eliminate contagion entirely” (Sudak, Sudak,
2005, p. 497)[1].
2. Lucia Davis
Resource Development & Community Liaison Coordinator
PO Box 10051, Dominion Rd, Auckland
Phone (09) 300 7036 Mob: (021) 676 322
lucia@spinz.org.nz
Fiona McAlevey
South Community Liaison
Phone (03) 366 6910 Cellphone (021) 572225
fiona@spinz.org.nz
Working to reduce suicide by providing high quality information.
Making mental health everybody’s business.
4th National Suicide Prevention Symposium, Dunedin, 28 & 29 November
2006,
'Understanding Suicidal Behaviour - update your knowledge and practice'
www.spinz.org.nz
3. Media and Suicide
“Media can help or hinder suicide prevention efforts by
being an avenue for public education or by exacerbating
suicide risk by glamorising suicide or promoting it as a
solution to life’s problems” [2]
NZSPS: “Research evidence has shown that some styles
of media reporting and portrayal of suicide and suicidal
behavior may, under some circumstances, increase
suicide rates through encouragement of ‘copycat’ suicide
and trough the normalization of suicide as an acceptable
response to adversity”
4. Media and Suicide
Media reporting of suicide may not affect the majority of
us; however people in despair are often unable to
identify solutions to their problems and may be
influenced by what they read, view or hear. The effect
may be more profound if someone feels able to identify
with the person who died, perhaps because they are in
the same age group or share similar experiences or
ideals.
An explicit report, particularly one which provides details
about the method of self-harm, may increase the risk (or
chance) that those who are vulnerable may take a
similar course of action[3].
5. HOW THIS COULD HAPPEN?
(Case Study)
John had grown up in a family that moved around every year, had
experienced serious physical abuse and was struggling with reading.
By 14 he was using alcohol and other drugs to escape his pain.
He felt miserable most of the time with regular outbursts of
uncontrolled anger.
His girlfriend had publicly dumped him the previous week. John
thought of suicide but rejected the idea as cowardice until he read
an article about the funeral of a young person who completed
suicide.
6. Media and Suicide – Case Study
Already existing suicide risk:
John has experienced long term
difficulties, perhaps mental illness
and current stressful events. His
risk for suicidal behaviour is already
heightened;
Identification: John reads that
the young person had dropped out
of school, was using alcohol and
had broken up with his partner The
more details he reads, the bigger
the identification with the person
who died;
7. • Good option: Many people at the funeral spoke about
what a cool person he was and how much he was missed. His
mates organized a guard of honour for him. If the article
presents the death as heroic, romantic or something that the
young person couldn’t escape from, John might think that this
will work for him too. The more glamorized the funeral, the
more appealing the scenario is for John;
• Reinforcement: The greater the number of media
reports, the greater the likelihood of imitation.
8. Examples of Research
A 1995 study of coverage in Australian newspapers found that rates
of male suicide increased following reports of suicide, with actual
male suicides peaking on the third day after the story appeared[4];
There were 22 suicides on the Vienna underground in the 18
months after the sensational media coverage of one incident in
1986 (twice the total for the previous three years). The figures
dropped dramatically after the media agreed voluntarily to limit the
coverage for a time[5].
9. Examples of Research
In Hong Kong, when publicity was given to an unusual method of
suicide in 1998, nine similar cases were reported within a month.
Two months later it had become the third most common method,
and within two years it was the second most common method. A
study of the first 100 cases revealed similarities between the age,
marital status, mental state and financial problems of all those who
died and those reported in the media[6].
In US, during a journalists’ strike in the 1960s, when there were no
newspapers to report suicides, some evidence emerged of a drop in
suicide attempts among women[7].
11. Information
About socially sensitive topics
Social interactions
Many people report a greater willingness
to share thoughts and feelings online
than they would face in face-to-face
situations
12. Internet and Adolescents
a US perspective
Computer access and use among adolescents have grown exponentially
over the past decade (Becker, 2000)
More than 80% of American youth 12 to 17 years use the Internet, and
nearly half log on daily (Lenhart, Madden, & Hitlin, 2005)
Adolescents use the internet primarily for social reasons (Roberts, Foehr, &
Rideout, 2005)
The internet has become a virtual meeting place where teens hang out with
their peers to pass time
Many adolescents reportedly prefer being online to other media, including
the telephone, TV, and radio (Gallup Survey, 2002)
More than 50% of teens possess more than one e-mail address or screen
name, which they can use to send private messages to friends or to
participate anonymously in online forums, such as chat rooms
13. Search term ‘suicide’
Searching the Internet using search term such “suicide” opens
thousands of sites.
(1) provisions of constructive and useful information aimed at
providing greater understanding of the reasons for suicidal
behaviour
(2) advice and information for people seeking help with dealing
with suicidal thoughts
(3) “chat rooms” (allowing discussions between individuals) or
newsgroups (enabling people to post messages on electronic
news boards to which anybody may respond)
(4) finally, there are sites that encourage suicides and/or provide
instructions on suicide methods (Hawton, Kathryn, 2005)
14. examples
www.debxena.co.nz
Suicide is the only sane thing the young or old ever do in this life.
- quoted in Mark Twain: God' s Fool, Hamlin Hill[8]
www.satanservice.org explains in detail “how to kill yourself”:
“Suicide is hard work, and should not be undertaken lightly. It's easy
to do it badly, or make rookie mistakes. As with many things, the
best results are achieved by thorough research and careful
preparation[9]”.
Other sites cited by Lars Mehlum (2000) are “A Practical Guide to
Suicide”, “Death Net”, “Suicide Web”, “Church of Euthanasia”,
“Voluntary Human Extinction Movement”, “Alt.suicide.holiday”.
15. impact
Lars Mehlum (2000) was the first to report about the
relationship between Internet, Suicide and Suicide
Prevention:
the Norwegian case:
two people (a 17 years old girl from a town in the southern
part of Austria and a man in his twenties from a town in
western Norway) made contact through one of several
Internet discussion groups on the subject of suicide.
They met and put their lives to an end at the bottom of
a 600 meter high cliff on the West Coast of Norway[10].
16. Merike Sisask, Airi Varnik and Danuta
Wasserman analysed seven Internet media
portrayals and 188 readers’ spontaneous Internet
comments about a case of two adolescents who
survived a serious suicide attempt in Estonia.
All media reporting were dramatic, sensational,
presenting photos from the “hot spot” chosen.
They displayed very superficial, if any, aspects of
suicide prevention.
The media has been found to have an attitude
forming impact: more than half of the comments
on irresponsible media portrayal expressed a
negative attitude towards attempted suicide,
suicide attempters, and their families, being ironic
(31%), and angry (28%).
17. The Virtual Cutting Edge: the Internet
and Adolescent Self-Injury
Janis L. Whitlock, Jane L. Powers, and John Eckenrode
Two studies which investigate how adolescents
solicit and share information related to self-
injurious behaviour
18. Results
Internet message boards
provide a powerful vehicle for
bringing together self-injurious
adolescents
People exchange support,
share personal stories about
daily life events, and voice
opinions and ideas
Online sharing may encourage
greater and more truthful
disclosures, especially among
self-injurers, many of whom
suffer from symptoms of
depression
19. The less positive side
Participation in self-injury message boards may also expose
individuals to a subculture in which self-injury is normalized and
encouraged
Easy access to a virtual subculture of like-minded others may
reinforce the behaviour for a much larger number of individuals
Some message boards contain links to pro-self-injury Websites
where Internet users can purchase articles such as bracelets or
clothing that signify self injury status and cutting clubs have been
rumored to be a growing form of friendship ritual
Discussions of techniques sharing, triggers, negative attitudes
toward formal or informal help seeking, and the pleasures and pains
of self-injury addiction may influence behavioural choices outside of
the virtual realm
It may also make some youth targets for individuals who falsely
pose as supporters to accomplish other, less benevolent aims
20. Coroners Act 2006 038 (Commenced: 1 July 2007)
71 Restrictions on making public of details of self-inflicted deaths
If a coroner has found a death to be self-inflicted, no person may, without a
coroner's authority or permission under section 72, make public a particular
of the death other than:
(a) the name, address, and occupation of the person concerned;
and
(b) the fact that the coroner has found the death to be self-inflicted.
The only grounds on which a coroner may under this section authorise the
making public of particulars of the death are that the making public of
particulars of that kind is unlikely to be detrimental to public safety.
21. Australia:
Criminal Code Amendment (Suicide Related Material Offences) Act
2005
It is an offence to use the Internet, email and other online
application to:
•access, transmit, make available, publish or distribute
material with the intention to directly or indirectly counsel or
incite suicide
•directly or indirectly promote or provide instruction on a
particular method of completing suicide
22. New Zealand Suicide Prevention
Strategy
Goal 5: Promote the safe
reporting and portrayal of
suicidal behavior by the media
(including print, television, film
radio, drama, internet) to
minimize the potential for
imitation
The implementation of this goal
will require joint strategies
with the media to build an
informed consensus upon which
to develop resources, and
agreed-upon codes of practice
and policies for the safe and
informative media reporting and
portrayal of suicide
24. More Research
To better understand the unique role the
Internet may play in affecting off-line
behaviour
To better understand the relationship:
internet (globalization) – suicide – suicide
prevention
26. To be proactive
if public suicide portrayal provides a
model, the modelling process can lead
ambivalent individuals not only toward
suicide, but also toward life:
“…articles about suicide behaviour on the
Internet attract public attention… the
Internet can be used both as a source
for data collection and as means for
suicide prevention… the Internet can
be seen as one possible way to reach
young people. Suicide prevention by
intervening in spontaneous Internet
site comments in a professional way
may well be an avenue to educate
this group”
(Sisask, Varnik, Wasserman, 2005, p. 96)[13].
27. in 2002, the German Society of Suicide
Prevention chose the theme
“New media and suicidality” for their biannual
meeting
Fantastic opportunities in suicide prevention
came out of it:
• email
• chat and SMS counselling
• websites in the frame of a suicide prevention
program
• online-therapy with webcam
• antidepressive psychotherapy via Internet
• advertisement strategy for new target groups
for suicide prevention in the Internet [14]
28. References
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495-499, http://ap.psychiatryonline.org
[2] Mann, J.J et all. Suicide prevention Strategies, JAMA, October 26, 2005 – Vol 294, No 16
(reprinted)
[3] Hunter Institute for mental Health, Response Ability, Resources for Journalism Education.
Commonwealth of Australia, National Suicide Prevention Strategy, 2001
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[5] Etzersdorfer E., Sonneck, G. Preventing Suicide by Influencing Mass-Media Reporting: the
Viennese experience 1980-1996. Archives of Suicide Research 1998; (1), 67-74
[6] Chung, W.S.D., Leung, C.M. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning as a New Method of Suicide in Hong
Kong, Psychiatric Services 2001; vol.52. no.6
[7] Blumenthal, S., Bergner, L. Suicide and Newspapers: A Replicated Study. American Journal of
Psychiatry 1973; 130:468-471
[8] http://www.debxena.co.nz/suicide_quotes.htm, 2000, date accessed: 15 august,2006
[9] http://www.satanservice.org/coe/suicide/metaguide.html
[10] Mehlum, L. (2000). The Internet, suicide and suicide prevention. Crisis, 21, 186 - 188
[11] Beautrais, A.L., Collings S.C.D., Ehrhardt, P. et al. Suicide Prevention: A review of evidence
of risk and protective factors, and points of effective intervention. Wellington: MoH, 2005
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Two Adolescents’ Collective Suicide Attempt, Archives of Suicide Research, 9:87-98, International
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Suicidaity: Perils and Possibilities of Intervention. Goettingen: Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht,
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