Youth Experiencing Homelessness at Risk for Suicide
Study Overview
This study looks at young adults who are homeless and at risk of suicide. It aims to understand their mental health challenges and how they use available services to help prevent suicide.
Key Findings
- Out of 193 young adults studied, 126 (65.3%) were at low risk, 32 (16.6%) at moderate risk, and 35 (18.1%) at high risk for suicide.
- Many reported having a psychiatric disorder (57.5%) and cannabis was the most commonly used substance.
- Only a small number received medical care (40%) or mental health services (34%) in the last three months.
- Only 15% accessed mental/emotional health services, with the highest usage in the high-risk group (34%).
Practical Solutions
Understanding the needs of these young individuals is essential for creating effective suicide prevention strategies. Given the low usage of medical and mental health services, we need to:
- Implement more active outreach efforts to connect with at-risk youth.
- Develop tailored interventions that meet their specific needs.
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