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A Novel Therapy for People Who Attempt Suicide and Why We Need New Models of Suicide

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  • Konrad Michel

    (University Hospital of Psychiatry, Outpatient Department, 3008 Bern, Switzerland)

  • Ladislav Valach

    (Private Practice, 3400 Burgdorf, Switzerland)

  • Anja Gysin-Maillart

    (University Hospital of Psychiatry, Outpatient Department, 3008 Bern, Switzerland)

Abstract

This paper presents a model of suicidal behaviour based on suicide as a goal-directed action, and its implications. An action theoretical model has guided the authors in the development of a brief therapy for individuals who attempt suicide (ASSIP—Attempted Suicide Short Intervention Program). Key elements are an early therapeutic alliance, narrative interviewing, psychoeducation, a joint case conceptualization, safety planning, and regular letters over 24 months. In a randomized controlled trial, ASSIP was highly effective in reducing the risk of suicide reattempts. The therapeutic elements in this treatment are described and possible implications for future directions in clinical suicide prevention discussed.

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  • Konrad Michel & Ladislav Valach & Anja Gysin-Maillart, 2017. "A Novel Therapy for People Who Attempt Suicide and Why We Need New Models of Suicide," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 14(3), pages 1-15, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:14:y:2017:i:3:p:243-:d:91868
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    Cited by:

    1. Inês Rothes & Margarida Henriques, 2018. "Health Professionals Facing Suicidal Patients: What Are Their Clinical Practices?," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 15(6), pages 1-19, June.
    2. Konrad Michel, 2021. "Suicide Models and Treatment Models Are Separate Entities. What Does It Mean for Clinical Suicide Prevention?," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 18(10), pages 1-9, May.

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