Citation

Keating SR, Rudd-Arieta M. J. Nurse Pract. 2021; 17(7): 833-839.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.nurpra.2021.04.010

PMID

36569786

PMCID

PMC9761314

Abstract

Suicide in emerging adults (18-29 years) is increasing in the United States, especially amidst coronavirus disease 2019. How the use of technology/social media affects suicidal behaviors is unclear. The purpose of this study was to examine attitudes and beliefs of emerging adults about suicide and identify whether relationships exist with technology/social media use. A total of 297 participants completed an online survey examining attitudes about suicide and technology use.

RESULTS indicate a normalization of suicide. Significant relationships were found with technology/social media, including a positive relationship between YouTube and glorification/normalization of suicide. Recommendations for primary and secondary suicide prevention are made for nurse practitioners in various settings.

Language: en

Keywords

social media; suicide; emerging adults; primary care; screening