Yarning to save lives
A school-based initiative for First Nations students has shown promising results in reducing suicidal ideation through connection to culture. Piloted...
A school-based initiative for First Nations students has shown promising results in reducing suicidal ideation through connection to culture. Piloted...
A previous suicide attempt remains the strongest predictor of future death by suicide, but researchers have discovered that peer support following an attempt can have a remarkable impact on reducing risk.
Greater engagement and involvement with cultural events is associated with lower suicide mortality rates for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in Queensland.
Suicide rates were found to be up to 44% lower in communities with high levels of cultural connectedness.