- Disclaimer
- Recommended citation
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction - Suicide prevention and first aid
- Early detection of risk – Suicide and the relationship with mental disorders
- Talking about suicide and mental health issues
- Suicide prevention – Risk assessment in general practice
- Suicide prevention – Ongoing care for patients and self-care for GPs
- Suicide prevention and first aid resource tool kit
- Disclaimer
- Recommended citation
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction - Suicide prevention and first aid
- Early detection of risk – Suicide and the relationship with mental disorders
- Talking about suicide and mental health issues
- Suicide prevention – Risk assessment in general practice
- Suicide prevention – Ongoing care for patients and self-care for GPs
- Suicide prevention and first aid resource tool kit
Examples of replacing ‘illness first’ language with ‘people first’ language
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‘Being bipolar doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to get the job you want …’ ‘Yes, he is undoubtedly depressed. I am recommending a combination of medication and some CBT [cognitive behavioural therapy] sessions.’ ‘Well, she is highly suicidal and I will be arranging a referral to a psychiatrist.’ |
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‘Jane, living with bipolar disorder shouldn’t stop you from getting the job you want ...‘ ‘Yes, David is undoubtedly experiencing depression. I have discussed with him trying some CBT sessions in combination with trialling some medication.’ ‘It must feel so scary for Nicole, and for you and your husband, when she has thoughts about taking her own life. I’d like to discuss some options with you that might help you and Nicole feel more supported and less isolated.’ |