Frameworks: Core Values and Underlying Assumptions
Recognize, Connect! Frameworks Suicide Prevention Project
Core Values and Underlying Assumptions
- Suicide is generally preventable
- Everyone has a responsibility in preventing youth suicide
- Youth, family and survivors are key players (and should be involved in the project design and implementation)
- Multi-systemic (integrated) approach will be more effective than a single system approach
- Improved access to treatment for mental illness and substance abuse disorders will help prevent suicide
- Although Frameworks is youth-focused, most of the project materials can be applied across the lifespan
- Each individual and community has a unique cultural heritage that impacts on risk and protective factors
- Evaluation is a key component of the project
- RECOGNIZE and CONNECT: two key acitons in prevention and intervention
