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Relative to other professions, nurses are twice as likely to suffer from depression and have a higher rate of suicide than the general population. CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and RRNAs report high levels of stress and depression, which can be a risk factor for suicide. Overall, nurses who experience burnout are twice as likely to have thoughts of suicide.
To reduce the stigma surrounding suicide, we can begin by acknowledging its occurrence and discussing preventative measures.
The AANA partnered with the American Nurse Association (ANA) to develop comprehensive Nurse Suicide Prevention/Resilience Resources with information and tools to build resilience, assist in active crisis, support suicide survivors and offer grief and bereavement coping strategies.
Warning signs of suicide may present as verbal, behavioral, or a change in mood or affect.
Patients who have previously attempted suicide or were considering suicide had a reduced risk of subsequent suicide attempts after brief encounters with healthcare providers. These encounters were linked to a significantly higher chance of accessing follow-up care within three months.
Healthcare organizations are encouraged to offer a screening program, such as the Healer Education, Assessment and Referral (HEAR) program at UCSD Health.
If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts:
Suicide Recognition Training
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