Adolescent suicide attempts: a general practice perspective.
General practitioners have a vital role in recognising, assessing and managing the suicidal adolescent. The GP's knowledge of the local community and services allows them to intervene effectively to prevent future suicidal behaviour. This may also involve the care and follow-up of survivors of youth suicide.
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Centre for Adolescent Health, Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Victoria.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000294:Adolescent Behavior / Q000502:physiology / Q000523:psychology; D003863:Depression / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005194:Family Practice; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012307:Risk Factors; D012959:Socioeconomic Factors; D013406:Suicide, Attempted / Q000517:prevention & control*