Internet- and Mobile-based interventions aimed at suicide risks : a review of the literature.

Many suicidal people do not receive professional assistance due to economic problems, the desire to autonomously solve the problem, or the stigma. Internet and Mobile-based Interventions (IMIs) can overcome many of these obstacles, offering flexible and accessible interventions. We conducted a narrative literature review about the characteristics of IMIs focused on suicide risks. We studied their efficacy and some examples of applications and websites used to prevent and treat suicide risk.

METHOD: Literature research was conducted on Pub Med and PsycINFO databases.

RESULTS: IMIs are a viable alternative to traditional treatments and several studies supported their effectiveness in reducing suicidal ideation and behaviors. Most IMIs are based on cognitive-behavioral therapy, which is very structured and easily transferable to digital format. Empowerment, reinforcement mechanisms and human support are the main features that promote the change of the individual and her or his adherence to the treatment. Some IMIs developed for suicide prevention are Stay Alive (UK), Virtual Hope Box (USA), This way up (Australia), and Jaspr Health (USA).

CONCLUSIONS: IMIs can be considered a valid aid in suicide prevention. It is necessary to continue the research supporting their effectiveness and implement their interventions in Italy.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2022

Erschienen:

2022

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:113

Enthalten in:

Recenti progressi in medicina - 113(2022), 4 vom: 03. Apr., Seite 256-262

Sprache:

Italienisch

Weiterer Titel:

Interventi Internet- e Mobile-based rivolti al rischio suicidario: una revisione della letteratura

Beteiligte Personen:

Pirola, Alessia [VerfasserIn]
Preti, Emanuele [VerfasserIn]
Madeddu, Fabio [VerfasserIn]
Micucci, Daniela [VerfasserIn]
Calati, Raffaella [VerfasserIn]

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Date Completed 25.04.2022

Date Revised 07.12.2022

published: Print

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1701/3792.37766

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM339755571