Citation

Stigter RW, de Graaf AP. Ned. Tijdschr. Geneeskd. 2020; 164: D5163.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2020, Erven Bohn)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

33030327

Abstract

In this commentary, the current directives and supporting methods to assess suicidal behaviour are briefly introduced and their shortcoming in predicting the risk of suicide is acknowledged. The treatment of a patient with suicidal behaviour by a general practitioner (GP), based on an already existing relationship between the two, is questioned. Instead, a close collaboration between GP and emergency mental healthcare providers is recommended. This working relationship should be maintained by both parties. Suicide after an intervention can have a major impact on the professionals involved. Therefore, these cases deserve specialised attention to ensure sustainable commitment of healthcare professionals confronted with complex mental health cases.

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