Abstract
Suicide research has been impeded by an inability to test the causal effects of key theoretical risk factors and a relative lack of attention to resilience factors that can reduce the likelihood of suicide even when risk and adversity are heightened. The current thesis used novel experimental and longitudinal methodologies to examine the dynamic interplay between risk and resilience factors on the causal pathway to suicide. Findings have been synthesized into a mindfulness-grounded model that articulates how resilience to suicidality might be enhanced by using mindfulness training together with a focus on the pursuit of personally valued goals.
Original language | English |
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Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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Award date | 10 May 2018 |
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Publication status | Unpublished - 2018 |