Author:
Gibbons Rachel,Brand Fiona,Carbonnier Anne,Croft Alison,Lascelles Karen,Wolfart Gislene,Hawton Keith
Abstract
Aims and methodDeath of patients by suicide can have powerful effects on psychiatrists. We report the findings of a survey completed by 174 psychiatrists on the effects of patient suicide on their emotional well-being and clinical practice, and the support and resources they felt would be helpful.Results and clinical implicationsThe death of a patient by suicide usually had a major effect on respondents. Clinical practice was often negatively affected, and over a quarter of respondents considered a change of career path as a result. There were some gender differences in responses, with women reporting more sense of responsibility for the deaths and a greater effect on their clinical confidence. Desired support included a senior suicide lead clinician, support during formal post-suicide processes, opportunity for reflection on practice, information about resources to support families and help communicating with families and friends of the deceased.
Publisher
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health
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