Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study
While research has highlighted potential age-related differences in risk factors of (N)SSI, studies on such distinct risk factors in older adults are scarce. The present study addresses this gap by gaining insights into the experiences of psychogeriatric experts who work with older adults who engag...
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While research has highlighted potential age-related differences in risk factors of (N)SSI, studies on such distinct risk factors in older adults are scarce. The present study addresses this gap by gaining insights into the experiences of psychogeriatric experts who work with older adults who engage in (N)SSI. In total, nine experts were interviewed regarding factors associated with (N)SSI in older adults. Responses were thematically analyzed using a biopsychosocial approach. We identified a range of biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to (N)SSI, which largely align with previous findings regardless of age. Nonetheless, cognitive and physical decline, advancing age, various experiences of loss, and social isolation emerged as particularly significant risk factors for older adults according to the experts. These results emphasize the necessity for tailored preventive measures, interventions, and screening tools to address the unique challenges faced by older adults at risk of (N)SSI. Additionally, future research should investigate (N)SSI experiences in older age through a more diverse sample, including mapping the perspective of older adults themselves, healthcare providers, and other informants, to enhance our comprehension of this phenomenon in the older population.
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| spelling | doaj-art-1b57e4b3b8ca4fdd91a9f1a8bda2fd842025-01-18T10:55:50ZengPAGEPress PublicationsQualitative Research in Medicine & Healthcare2532-20442025-01-018s110.4081/qrmh.2024.12457Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative studyLisa Van Hove0Imke Baetens1Steven Vanderstichelen2Brussels University Consultation Center (BRUCC), Department of Clinical Psychology, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, BrusselsBrussels University Consultation Center (BRUCC), Department of Clinical Psychology, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, BrusselsEnd-of-Life Care Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels/Ghent University, Ghent; Compassionate Communities Centre of Expertise (COCO), Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels/ Ghent University, Ghent While research has highlighted potential age-related differences in risk factors of (N)SSI, studies on such distinct risk factors in older adults are scarce. The present study addresses this gap by gaining insights into the experiences of psychogeriatric experts who work with older adults who engage in (N)SSI. In total, nine experts were interviewed regarding factors associated with (N)SSI in older adults. Responses were thematically analyzed using a biopsychosocial approach. We identified a range of biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to (N)SSI, which largely align with previous findings regardless of age. Nonetheless, cognitive and physical decline, advancing age, various experiences of loss, and social isolation emerged as particularly significant risk factors for older adults according to the experts. These results emphasize the necessity for tailored preventive measures, interventions, and screening tools to address the unique challenges faced by older adults at risk of (N)SSI. Additionally, future research should investigate (N)SSI experiences in older age through a more diverse sample, including mapping the perspective of older adults themselves, healthcare providers, and other informants, to enhance our comprehension of this phenomenon in the older population. https://www.pagepressjournals.org/qrmh/article/view/12457Non-suicidal and suicidal self-injuryolder adultsexperts’ experiencesthematic analysis |
| spellingShingle | Lisa Van Hove Imke Baetens Steven Vanderstichelen Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study Qualitative Research in Medicine & Healthcare Non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury older adults experts’ experiences thematic analysis |
| title | Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study |
| title_full | Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study |
| title_fullStr | Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study |
| title_full_unstemmed | Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study |
| title_short | Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study |
| title_sort | psychogeriatric experts experiences with risk factors of non suicidal and suicidal self injury in older adults a qualitative study |
| topic | Non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury older adults experts’ experiences thematic analysis |
| url | https://www.pagepressjournals.org/qrmh/article/view/12457 |
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