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Using science to improve communications about suicide among military and veteran populations: Looking for a few good messages

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  • Langford, L.
  • Litts, D.
  • Pearson, J.L.

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Concern about suicide in US military and veteran populations has prompted efforts to identify more effective preventionmeasures. Recent expert panel reports have recommended public communications as one component of a comprehensive effort. Messaging about military and veteran suicide originates from many sources and often does not support suicide prevention goals or adhere to principles for developing effective communications. There is an urgent need for strategic, science-based, consistent messaging guidance in this area. Although literature on the effectiveness of suicide prevention communications for these populations is lacking, this article summarizes key findings from several bodies of research that offer lessons for creating safe and effective messages that support and enhance military and veteran suicide prevention efforts. Copyright © 2012 by the American Public Health Association®.

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  • Langford, L. & Litts, D. & Pearson, J.L., 2013. "Using science to improve communications about suicide among military and veteran populations: Looking for a few good messages," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 103(1), pages 31-38.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:10.2105/ajph.2012.300905_3
    DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2012.300905
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