Addressing Suicide From the Person-in-environment and Social Justice Perspectives-Presentation and Q&A

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In this video presentation, Dr. David Derizotis discusses the issue of suicide from a person, environment, and social justice perspective. He emphasizes the need to consider suicide as a social justice issue rather than just a mental health concern. Dr. Derizotis highlights the importance of understanding the impact of various factors such as culture, trauma, and social inequities in assessing and addressing suicide risks. He also suggests that a holistic approach that includes spiritual, emotional, cognitive, and social dimensions can be more effective in suicide prevention. The presentation includes data on suicide rates among different populations, as well as risk and protective factors. Dr. Derizotis encourages professionals to consider the broader context and systemic factors that contribute to suicide, and to adopt a culturally inclusive approach in their work. He concludes by suggesting that fostering a sense of social justice and engaging in social justice work can contribute to better mental health outcomes and suicide prevention. The presentation is informative and thought-provoking, offering valuable insights and perspectives on addressing suicide.

Keywords

suicide

social justice

mental health

person

environment

culture

trauma

social inequities

holistic approach

suicide prevention