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Preface Notes on Contributors 1. Suicide Prevention and New Technologies: Towards Evidence Based Practice-- Brian L. Mishara and Louis-Philippe Cote 2. Expressing, Communicating and Discussing Suicide: Nature, Effects and Methods of Interacting Through Online Discussion Platforms-- Christine Thoer 3. E-Therapies in Suicide Prevention: What Do They Look Like, Do They Work and What Is the Research Agenda? Simon Hatcher 4. Reducing The Burden of Suicidal Thoughts Through Online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Self Help-- Ad J.F.M. Kerkhof, Bregje van Spijker, and Jan Mokkenstorm 5. Challenges in the Control and Regulation of Suicide Promotion and Assistance over the Internet-- Brian L. Mishara and David N. Weisstub 6. Mental Health Online: A Self Report E-Learning Program for Enhancing Recognition, Guidance and Referral of Suicidal Adolescents-- Rezvan Ghoncheh, Carmen E. Vos, Hans M. Koot and Ad J.F.M. Kerkhof 7. Avatars and The Prevention of Suicide Among Adolescents-- Xavier Pommereau 8. Crisis Chat: Providing Chat-Based Emotional Support-- Mary Drexler 9. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and New Technologies in Suicide Prevention: Crisis Chat and Social Media Initiatives-- Gillian Murphy 10. Results and Experiences of 113Online, a Comprehensive Dutch Online Suicide Prevention Platform Jan. K. Mokkenstorm, Annemiek Huisman-- Ad J.F.M. Kerkhof and Jan Smit 11. Suicide Bereavement Online: Sharing Memories, Seeking Support, and Exchanging Hope-- Karolina Krysinska and Karl Andriessen 12. Innovating to Treat Depression and Prevent Suicide: The IPhone@PSY ASSISTANCE Application-- Real Labelle, Antoine Bibaud-De Serres and Francois-Olivier Leblanc 13. Promising Practices, Future Prospects and Research Agenda-- Ad J.F.M. Kerkhof and Brian L. Mishara

Les aînés québécois, malgré de nombreux facteurs de risque et leur faible utilisation des professionnels en santé mentale et des centres de prévention du suicide, se suicident moins que d'autres groupes d'âge, sont les plus satisfaits de leurs relations familiales et de leur réseau et connaissent le moins de détresse psychologique. Cependant, les facteurs importants de risque du suicide (par exemple, les pertes) sont souvent présents. La génération actuelle des aînés diffère de la prochaine génération. Il faut prévenir une augmentation du suicide des aînés dans l'avenir, trouver des façons d'identifier les aînés à risque de la présente génération et offrir l'aide appropriée.

Abstract. This article reviews research on railway and metro (underground and subway) suicides around the world. Although the incidence and survival rates vary and standardized methodologies are lacking, it is evident that there is a high incidence among psychiatric patients and at stations, crossings, and track areas near psychiatric institutions. Fictional and news reports of railway and metro suicides are related to increased rates, and false beliefs about a certain, fatal, and painless outcome may contribute to use of this method. Train drivers and rail personnel are often traumatized and in need of personal support after the incident. Most prevention involves surveillance, limiting access to tracks, or prompt intervention during an attempt. Other potential strategies include focusing upon the high-risk populations of previous attempters and patients in psychiatric facilities near stations and tracks and changing attitudes concerning the acceptability of this method to ensure that potentially suicidally active individuals are not under the illusion that this is a certain and painless method of death.

Abstract. Ingestion of pesticides is the most common suicide method worldwide, accounting for one third of all suicides, predominantly in Asia, Africa, Central and South America. Case fatalities are high, particularly in rural areas. This high case fatality may explain the similar numbers of male and female suicides in Asia, since more women die from their attempts. In Asia, pesticide suicides are mostly impulsive acts with little advance planning and they are less often associated with mental illness than in Western countries. Pesticides are generally chosen for their easy access. Prevention strategies include treating the problems leading to suicidal behaviors involving pesticides; changing attitudes, knowledge, and beliefs about pesticides; controlling access to dangerous pesticides, including developing secure storage practices (which are currently being evaluated); and improving the medical treatment of poisonings. More research is needed to better understand suicides involving pesticides in their cultural contexts and to evaluate the effectiveness of intervention programs, including assessment of possible substitution of methods. Also, more knowledge about protective factors may help suggest innovative prevention strategies.