Symposium Aims

• To promote cutting edge research



• To stimulate new thinking in all aspects of suicidology



• To share our insights and expertise



• To enhance collaboration between science, policy and practice.

ESSSB12 is held under the auspices of the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and is organised jointly by the Universities of Stirling and Edinburgh in partnership with the Suicide Information Research and Evidence Network (SIREN) and supported by the Scottish Government and NHS Health Scotland.

Who should attend?

The Symposium will appeal to anyone looking to advance their understanding of suicidal behaviour and the programme will consider how to improve the effectiveness of interventions to prevent suicide. It will be of particular relevance to:

• Health and social care professionals (including doctors, nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers)
  
  
• Researchers in the field of suicide and self-harm
  
  
• Practitioners and policy planners working in suicide prevention