Is A Person Thinking About Suicide Likely to Find Help on the Internet? An Evaluation of Google Search Results

Thornton, Louise; Handley, Tonelle; Kay‐Lambkin, Frances; Baker, Amanda

doi:10.1111/sltb.12261

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“…The reverse correlation between online search about suicide and the actual suicide deaths described in this study may be a signal of changing trend in committing these actions -they may have been committed abruptly, perhaps impulsively, without previous anticipation (Rimkeviciene et al 2015). On the other hand, the mentioned reverse correlation may indirectly be an indication of reduction of suicidal tendencies or/and finding help by searching online for information on these topics (Bell et al 2017, Thornton et al 2017). These issues go far beyond the scope of this publication.…”

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confidence: 77%

Internet Searches for “Suicide”, Its Association With Epidemiological Data and Insights for Prevention Programs

Waszak

Górski²,

Springer³

et al. 2018

Psychiat Danub

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Background: Literature demonstrates that analysis of internet search data is a useful tool in predicting the occurrence of illnesses and health-related behaviors. The aim of the study was to quantitatively present the trends in Google searches for the keyword "suicide" and to analyze its correlation with the number of suicides in Poland. Subjects and methods:We used the Google Trends tool to compile data for years [2004][2005][2006][2007][2008][2009][2010][2011][2012][2013][2014][2015][2016]. Statistical analysis was performed for annual, monthly, daily and hourly data. Official data on suicide in Poland were obtained from the Central Statistical Office and the General Police Headquarters of Poland.Results: A gradual decrease in Google Relative Search Volume of the keyword "suicide" was observed in years 2004-2014, despite the significant increase of suicide rate in Poland (R=-0.24). Reverse correlation was also found between regional suicide coefficients and search volume (R=-0.22). The highest search volumes were recorded in winter months, first days of the week and at night hours (p<0.001).Conclusions: Presented results may contribute to more effective suicide prevention programs. By specifying the time intervals in which searching suicide information is the highest, it will become easier get to individuals at risk.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 77%

Internet Searches for “Suicide”, Its Association With Epidemiological Data and Insights for Prevention Programs

Waszak

Górski²,

Springer³

et al. 2018

Psychiat Danub

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“…Methodology used in previous similar research was applied, whereby the first 20 videos obtained from each search were watched fully to identify relevant videos that fulfilled the eligibility criteria, including videos in the 'up next' section [30][31] .…”

Section: Search Strategymentioning

confidence: 99%

YouTube as a resource for evaluating the unmet needs of caregivers of stroke survivors

Denham¹,

Baker²,

Spratt³

et al. 2019

Health Informatics J

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Content produced by caregivers of stroke survivors on the online video-sharing platform YouTube may be a good source of knowledge regarding caregivers’ unmet needs. We aimed to examine the content, quantity and quality of YouTube videos that target and discuss the needs and concerns of caregivers of stroke survivors. YouTube was systematically searched using six search strings, and the first 20 videos retrieved from each search were screened against the inclusion criteria. A pre-determined coding schedule was used to report the rate of unmet needs in each video. Twenty-six videos were included in the analysis. In total, 291 unmet needs were reported by caregivers of stroke survivors, an average of 11.2 unmet needs per video. The most common unmet needs domain was ‘Impact of Caregiving on Daily Activities’ (44%). Most videos were developed in the United States (61.5%) and featured spouses of stroke survivors (65.47%). Content produced by caregivers of stroke survivors on YouTube may be used as a tool for caregivers to provide and receive support through online communication. YouTube videos offer insight into the unmet needs of caregivers of stroke survivors and may be used as an additional resource for stroke services to support caregivers.

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“…The member of the research team who performed the search ensured that they were not logged into any online accounts, such as Google Plus. Based on the previous research, 32,33 the first two pages (20 websites) found in the Google search engine of each search term were reviewed. These results represent the pages that carers of stroke survivors are most likely to encounter when they search for other individuals and communities of carers of stroke survivors who have unmet needs and concerns.…”

Section: Search Strategymentioning

confidence: 99%

The unmet needs of carers of stroke survivors: An evaluation of Google search results

Denham

Wynne

Baker

et al. 2019

Health Informatics J

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Google is the most used search engine in the world, and likely to be used by caregivers of stroke survivors to find online forums and online communities to connect with other caregivers. This study aims to identify the types of websites accessed by caregivers of stroke survivors to connect with other caregivers, and analyse the online content produced by caregivers to identify their unmet needs. The first 20 websites from eight search strings entered into Google were systematically reviewed. Unmet needs on included websites were identified using a pre-determined coding schedule. Six websites were analysed. Most were discussion boards (n = 5, 83%) developed by organisations in the United States (n = 4, 66.6%). Overall, 2124 unmet needs appeared in 896 posts from caregivers. ‘Emotional and psychological’ were the most reported needs across posts (n = 765, 36%). Content produced on websites may address social isolation and provide insight into delivering and developing services to meet the needs of caregivers of stroke survivors.

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Is A Person Thinking About Suicide Likely to Find Help on the Internet? An Evaluation of Google Search Results

Cited by 27 publications

References 8 publications

Internet Searches for “Suicide”, Its Association With Epidemiological Data and Insights for Prevention Programs

Internet Searches for “Suicide”, Its Association With Epidemiological Data and Insights for Prevention Programs

YouTube as a resource for evaluating the unmet needs of caregivers of stroke survivors

The unmet needs of carers of stroke survivors: An evaluation of Google search results

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