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Suicide awareness

Last quality assured: 09/04/2026

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Explore the latest policies and guidance on preventing suicide in community and custodial settings. This resource offers advice on how to support your understanding of suicidal thought and spot the early warning signs.

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Amber

O'Brien

Professional Lead for Mental Health

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Explore the latest policies and guidance on preventing suicide in community and custodial settings. This resource offers advice on how to support your understanding of suicidal thought and spot the early warning signs.

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Resource last reviewed 09/04/2026

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Last reviewed: 09/04/2026

Last quality assured: 09/04/2026

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