Suicide prevention in schools: A social connectedness approach [ 2015 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Alison Calear (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Philip Batterham ,  Prof Helen Christensen

Brief description Suicide is the leading cause of death in Australians aged 15-24 years. This project will investigate the effectiveness of an intervention to promote help-seeking for suicidal behaviours in adolescence. Taking a whole school approach, peer leaders in 16 Australian high schools will receive training in the Sources of Strength program. The primary aim of the project is to determine whether peer leadership training and messaging improves help-seeking attitudes, intentions and behaviour for suicide.

Funding Amount $AUD 825,989.23

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant