Characteristics of Telephone Crisis Hotline Callers with Suicidal Ideation in Japan

2016 ◽  
Vol 47 (1) ◽  
pp. 54-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuh Ohtaki ◽  
Yuichi Oi ◽  
Shotaro Doki ◽  
Hidetoshi Kaneko ◽  
Kazuya Usami ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Crisis Hotline ◽  
Telephone Crisis

Risk Factors for Suicidal Ideation Among Telephone Crisis Hotline Callers in Japan

Crisis ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (6) ◽  
pp. 438-444 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shotaro Doki ◽  
Hidetoshi Kaneko ◽  
Yuichi Oi ◽  
Kazuya Usami ◽  
Shinichiro Sasahara ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Way Of Life ◽  
Odds Ratios ◽  
Telephone Hotline ◽  
Crisis Hotline ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Suicide Prevention Programs ◽  
Telephone Crisis

Abstract. Background: Telephone hotlines are a widely used type of suicide prevention program. Aims: The aim of this study was to clarify the risk factors for suicidal ideation by investigating its association with a number of characteristics among telephone hotline callers. Method: Data were collected over a 10-year period from a total of 246,595 calls to Inochi No Denwa, a telephone crisis hotline in Ibaraki, Japan, and subsequently analyzed. Odds ratios for suicidal compared with nonsuicidal ideation were also calculated. Results: About 6% of the calls to the hotline were suicide related, and about 2% of the callers had attempted suicide in the past. Odds ratios for suicidal ideation increased during winter, but no daily tendencies were evident. Those whose problems were related to their way of life were at the highest risk of suicidal ideation, followed by those with health-related concerns. Conclusion: We were able to identify risk factors for suicidal ideation based on an analysis of enormous amounts of data from a telephone crisis hotline in Japan. Knowledge of these risk factors is expected to lead to improvements in suicide prevention programs.

scholarly journals Relationship between suicidal ideation and family problems among young callers to the Japanese crisis hotline

PLoS ONE ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (7) ◽  
pp. e0220493 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuh Ohtaki ◽  
Shotaro Doki ◽  
Hidetoshi Kaneko ◽  
Yasuhito Hirai ◽  
Yuichi Oi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Family Problems ◽  
Crisis Hotline

scholarly journals Testing a Model of Functional Impairment in Telephone Crisis Support Workers

Crisis ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (6) ◽  
pp. 403-412 ◽  
Author(s):  
Taneile A. Kitchingman ◽  
Coralie J. Wilson ◽  
Peter Caputi ◽  
Ian Wilson ◽  
Alan Woodward
Keyword(s):  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Functional Impairment ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
General Psychological Distress ◽  
Crisis Support ◽  
Telephone Crisis

Abstract. Background: It is well known that helping professionals experience functional impairment related to elevated symptoms of psychological distress as a result of frequent empathic engagement with distressed others. Whether telephone crisis support workers are impacted in a similar way is not currently reported in the literature. Aims: The purpose of this study was to test a hypothesized model of factors contributing to functional impairment in telephone crisis support workers. Method: A national sample of 210 telephone crisis support workers completed an online survey including measures of emotion regulation, symptoms of general psychological distress and suicidal ideation, intentions to seek help for symptoms, and functional impairment. Structural equation modeling was used to test the fit of the data to the hypothesized model. Results: Goodness-of-fit indices were adequate and supported the interactive effects of emotion regulation, general psychological distress, suicidal ideation, and intentions to seek help for ideation on functional impairment. Conclusion: These results warrant the deliberate management of telephone crisis support workers' impairment through service selection, training, supervision, and professional development strategies. Future research replicating and extending this model will further inform the modification and/or development of strategies to optimize telephone crisis support workers' well-being and delivery of support to callers.

Atomoxetine Warning: Risk of Suicidal Ideation

2005 ◽  
Vol 39 (11) ◽  
pp. 28
Author(s):  
DAMIAN MCNAMARA
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Ideation

Substantial Acne Linked With Suicidal Ideation

2011 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
SHARON WORCESTER
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Ideation

The Effect of Suicide-Related Internet Use on Users’ Mental Health

Crisis ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 34 (5) ◽  
pp. 348-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hajime Sueki
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Panel Study ◽  
Psychological Effects ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Suicide Methods ◽  
Internet Users

Background: Previous studies have shown that suicide-related Internet use can have both negative and positive psychological effects. Aims: This study examined the effect of suicide-related Internet use on users’ suicidal ideation, depression/anxiety tendency, and loneliness. Method: A two-wave panel study of 850 Internet users was conducted via the Internet. Results: Suicide-related Internet use (e.g., browsing websites about suicide methods) had negative effects on suicidal ideation and depression/anxiety tendency. No forms of suicide-related Internet use, even those that would generally be considered positive, were found to decrease users’ suicidal ideation. In addition, our results suggest that the greater the suicidal ideation and feelings of depression and loneliness of Internet users, the more they used the Internet. Conclusion: Since suicide-related Internet use can adversely influence the mental health of young adults, it is necessary to take measures to reduce their exposure to such information.

Too Much to Bear

Crisis ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicole J. Peak ◽  
James C. Overholser ◽  
Josephine Ridley ◽  
Abby Braden ◽  
Lauren Fisher ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Preliminary Evidence ◽  
Diagnostic Interview ◽  
Veterans Affairs ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Perceived Burdensomeness ◽  
Scale Method

Abstract. Background: People who feel they have become a burden on others may become susceptible to suicidal ideation. When people no longer feel capable or productive, they may assume that friends and family members would be better off without them. Aim: The present study was designed to assess preliminary psychometric properties of a new measure, the Perceived Burdensomeness (PBS) Scale. Method: Depressed psychiatric patients (N = 173) were recruited from a veterans affairs medical center. Patients were assessed with a structured diagnostic interview and self-report measures assessing perceived burdensomeness, depression severity, hopelessness, and suicidal ideation. Results: The present study supported preliminary evidence of reliability and concurrent validity of the PBS. Additionally, perceived burdensomeness was significantly associated with higher levels of hopelessness and suicidal ideation. Conclusion: It is hoped that with the aid of the PBS clinicians may be able to intervene more specifically in the treatment of suicidality.

Not at Imminent Risk

Crisis ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 36 (6) ◽  
pp. 459-463
Author(s):  
Kate Monaghan ◽  
Martin Harris
Keyword(s):  
Early Intervention ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Intervention Strategies ◽  
Group Method ◽  
Narrative Approach ◽  
Complex Issue ◽  
Research And Practice ◽  
Client Group ◽  
Types Of Information ◽  
Imminent Risk

Abstract. Background: Suicide is a pervasive and complex issue that can challenge counselors through the course of their careers. Research and practice focus heavily on crisis management and imminent risk rather than early intervention strategies. Early intervention strategies can assist counselors working with clients who have suicidal ideation, but are not at imminent risk, or with clients whose risk factors identify them as having a stronger trajectory for suicidal ideation. Aims: This systematic literature review examines the current literature on working with clients with suicidal ideation who are not at imminent risk, to ascertain the types of information and strategies available to counselors working with this client group. Method: An initial 622 articles were identified for analysis and from these 24 were included in the final review, which was synthesized using a narrative approach. Results: Results indicate that research into early intervention strategies is extremely limited. Conclusion: It was possible to describe emergent themes and practice guidelines to assist counselors working with clients with suicidal ideation but not at imminent risk.

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