Citation

de Andrade ICS, Gomes NP, Correia CM, Lírio JG, Das Virgens IR, Gomes NP, Monteiro DDS. Cogitare Enferm. 2019; 24.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Department of Nursing)

DOI

10.5380/ce.v24i0.64230

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To identify the elements that favor the social support from family and friends to people with suicidal behavior.

METHOD: Qualitative study with 18 individuals undergoing therapeutic follow-up in the Center for Suicide Research and Prevention (NEPS) of Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Data was collected from March to August 2018 and organized based on the Collective Subject Discourse methodology.

RESULTS: The study showed that affectional bonds, previous experiences of mental suffering, empathy and understanding of suicidal behavior are elements that reflect significant social support from family and friends. Final Considerations: Knowledge and use of these elements may support actions for the prevention of suicide, since health professionals responsible for care to people with suicidal behavior may develop strategies aimed at strengthening social support. © 2019, Universidade Federal do Parana. All rights reserved.

Language: en

Keywords

Mental health; Suicide attempt; Social support; Nursing; Family relationships