Learning Outcomes

This module discuses major psychological disorders, explaining the most prevalent ones in relation to suicide, including depression, anxiety, emotional dysfunction, psychosis, and addiction. The module expands on how psychological disorders can amplify the risk of suicidal behaviour in order to equip Gatekeepers to identify individuals who may be in suicidal crisis.

• Identify the increased suicide risk associated with specific mental health disorders, including mood disorders, borderline personality disorders, psychosis and substance abuse.

• Recognize observable signs in individuals with psychological disorders that require the need for suicide intervention and support.

• Rehearse the use of open-ended questions to encourage individuals in crisis to describe aspects of their psychological state in relation to suicidal intentions.