Teachers Facing the Suicidal Behavior Among Adolescent Students: Perceptions and Interventions

Abstract

This research sought to analyze the interventions of integrated high school teachers when they perceived suicidal behavior in students. Therefore, a field research was developed, with a qualitative approach and applied nature, with 12 permanent professors from a federal educational institution. Data were collected using an electronic form (Google Forms) and analyzed through content analysis. The findings revealed that teachers have a superficial view of suicide and difficulties in managing their students’ suicidal behavior; when they do so, they are based on personal values and experiences; hesitation and insecurity mark the conduct of professors. The study highlights the need for the school to become a space for dialogue and teacher training on suicidal behavior.