The presentation on suicide is meant to achieve several objectives: Increase Awareness: By providing information on the definition, scope, and prevalence of suicide, the presentation aims to raise awareness about the seriousness of the issue and its impact on individuals, families, and communities. Educate about Risk Factors and Warning Signs: By discussing common risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide, the presentation helps attendees recognize when someone may be at risk and encourages early intervention and support. Destigmatize Mental Illness: By exploring the relationship between mental health and suicide and challenging stigmas surrounding mental illness, the presentation aims to reduce stigma and encourage individuals to seek help and support without fear of judgment. Empower Action: By introducing various suicide prevention strategies, including education, early intervention, and community resources, the presentation empowers attendees to take action in preventing suicide and supporting those in need. Provide Support and Resources: By offering guidance on supporting individuals affected by suicide and providing information on available resources for further support, the presentation aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to effectively respond to suicide risk and loss. Facilitate Dialogue: By encouraging open and honest conversations about suicide and mental health, the presentation creates a safe space for attendees to ask questions, share their experiences, and engage in meaningful dialogue about a topic that is often surrounded by silence and stigma. Overall, the presentation is meant to inform, empower, and support attendees in their efforts to prevent suicide, promote mental wellness, and create communities that prioritize mental health and support for all individuals.

1. Suicide Preventio
n
Presentation by Marwa Mohammed Ali

2. What is suicide?
• Suicide is an intentional self-inflicted act
that ends in death.
• Suicide is about escaping unbearable pain
• Suicide is a means to try and end a
situation in which a person feels trapped

3. Every year in Canada
there are approximately
4000 suicides. According
to World Health
Organization (WHO)
Men are typically
affected more.

4. The idea of the seven dimensions of well-being is used to
help people think about and improve their overall happiness
and satisfaction in life.
What can this chart
be used for?
7 Dimensions of Wellbeing

5. The idea of the seven dimensions of well-being is used
to help people think about and improve their overall
happiness and satisfaction in life.
● Understanding Your Life
● Setting Goals
● Making Choices
● Preventing Problems
it's a helpful tool for thinking about what makes life
good and how to make it even better.
The chart can help us in many
ways.

6. Social Wellness
Suicide has a profound impact on the social wellbeing of
individuals, families, and communities. Individuals who
attempt or die by suicide tend to have a history of social
isolation, and can leave behind feelings of guilt, shame,
and anger among those left behind. These feelings are
also often accompanied by a sense of social stigma, which
can make it difficult for those affected by suicide to seek
help and support.
Researchers has shown that loneliness is a significant
factor associated with suicidal ideation and attempts.
Stickley, A., & Koyanagi, A. (2016). Loneliness and suicide
risk: A systematic review. Suicide and Life-Threatening
Behavior, 46(6), 1-9.
• Social wellness is about being happy with
your friends, family, and people around you.
• It’s about feeling good about the
relationships in your life and having a
positive connection with others.
• When an individual lacks meaningful contact
with others, it can lead to a feeling of
loneliness, detachment, and a sense of
being socially excluded.
SOCIAL
ISOLATION!

7. MENTAL
WELLNESS
WHAT IS IT?

8. Mental health is a positive sense of well-being or
feeling like you can enjoy life and manage
challenges.
According to My Health
Alberta,
Mental wellness is about feeling good on the
inside and being able to handle life's ups and
downs. It's like having a strong and happy mind.
In simple terms…

9. MENTAL WELLNESS CAN INCLUDE
Depression
Anxiety Disorder
PTSD
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Eating Disorder

10. How is this linked to suicide?
People who are diagnosed with
depression might often think about
doing something very harmful to
themselves, and that's called
suicide.
Oquendo, M. A., Baca-Garcia, E., Currier,
D., & Mann, J. J. (2004). Risk factors for
suicide. Annals of Clinical Psychiatry, 16(2),
143-154.
This study examined the risk factors for
suicide. The results indicated that certain
risk factors, such as family history of
psychiatric disorders, presence of mental
illness, and exposure to violence, were
associated with increased risk for suicide.

11. Psychological
Factors

12. Psychological factors and mental
wellness are related concepts, but
they refer to different aspects of
mental health.

13. Psychological factors are specific elements that
contribute to mental health, and they can be both
positive and negative. Mental wellness, on the other
hand, is a broader concept that encompasses the
overall state of mental well-being, including factors that
contribute to a fulfilling and positive life.
In short, psychological factors are the things that
influence our mental state, while mental wellness is
about having a positive and balanced mental state
overall.

14. Psychological Factors Mental
Wellness
● Spiritual Well-being
● Coping Skills
● Life Satisfaction
● Emotional Well-being
● Social Well-being
● Personality Traits
● Thought Patterns
● Trauma and Stressors
● Emotions
● Social Influences

15. Psychological Factors Mental Wellness
different parts of our minds
that make us think, feel, and
understand things. These
are like the little pieces that
make up our thoughts and
feelings. It's how we
understand things, solve
problems, and handle stuff
in our minds.
It's like having a happy heart
but for our thoughts and
feelings. This is when all
those little pieces in our
minds are working well
together, making us feel
happy, strong, and good. It's
like having a mind that's
doing a great job at making
us enjoy life.
Rudd, M. D., Joiner, T. E., & Rajab, M. H. (2006). Treating suicidal behavior: An effective, time-
limited approach. Guilford Press.
• This book provides an overview of the evidence-based approach to treating suicidal behavior.
The authors discuss the importance of assessment, risk management, and the use of evidence-
based treatments, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, to reduce suicidal ideation and
behaviors.

17. How can religion/cultural
factors be applied to
suicide?
Cultural and
Religious
Factors.

18. Religion can have both
protective and negative
effects.

19. PROTECTIVE FACTORS:
• Having a Purpose: Sometimes, religion or culture gives people a sense of purpose
and meaning, making them feel like they have an important role in life.
• Coping Mechanisms: Religious practices, such as prayer, meditation, or rituals, can
serve as coping mechanisms during times of stress. These practices may contribute to
emotional regulation and resilience.
• Friends and Family: If you believe in a religion or have a cultural community, you
might have strong connections with friends and family who care about you.
Dervic, K., Oquendo, M. A., Grunebaum, M. F., Ellis, S., Burke, A. K., & Mann, J. J. (2004).
Religious Affiliation and Suicide Attempt. American Journal of Psychiatry, 161(12), 2303–2308.
This study shows investigates how individuals with a religious affiliation are less likely to attempt
suicide.

20. NEGATIVE FACTORS:
• Feeling Afraid to Talk: In some cultures, people might feel scared or shy about
talking openly about feeling sad or stressed. This can make it harder for them to get
help.
• Not Understanding Mental Health: Some cultures might not talk much about mental
health, so it's important to understand that feeling down or overwhelmed is something
that everyone can go through.
• Feeling Guilty: In certain religions, there might be teachings about what's right or
wrong. Feeling guilty about things can make someone feel really down.

21. How can we
effectively
prevent and
support those at
risk?"

22. Crisis Services Canada:
•Call: 1-833-456-4566 (24/7, toll-free)
•Text: Text "CONNECT" to 45645 (4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Eastern Time)
•Chat: Visit the Crisis Services Canada website at
https://www.crisisservicescanada.ca/en/
Kids Help Phone (for individuals aged 20 and under):
•Call: 1-800-668-6868 (24/7, toll-free)
•Text: Text "CONNECT" to 686868
•Chat: Visit the Kids Help Phone website at
https://kidshelpphone.ca/
Emergency Services: If you are in immediate danger, call
911.

23. Other services that can be used are:
• Community Mental Health Clinics
• Family Doctors:
• Therapists and Counselors:
• Psychiatrists and Psychologists:
• Crisis Intervention Teams:

24. Research references
• Oquendo, M. A., Baca-Garcia,
E., Currier, D., & Mann, J. J.
(2004). Risk factors for suicide.
Annals of Clinical Psychiatry,
16(2), 143-154.
• Stickley, A., & Koyanagi, A.
(2016). Loneliness and suicide
risk: A systematic review.
Suicide and Life-Threatening
Behavior, 46(6), 1-9.
• Rudd, M. D., Joiner, T. E., &
Rajab, M. H. (2006). Treating
suicidal behavior: An effective,
time-limited approach. Guilford
Press.
• Dervic, K., Oquendo, M. A.,
Grunebaum, M. F., Ellis, S.,
Burke, A. K., & Mann, J. J.
(2004). Religious Affiliation and
Suicide Attempt. American
Journal of Psychiatry, 161(12),
2303–2308.
• https://www.who.int/
• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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