TY  - JOUR
AB  - Purpose People who have lived experiences with suicide often struggle with concealable stigmatized identities that threaten their inclusion and recovery. While disclosure of a stigmatized identity can promote support and recovery and therefore prevent suicide, it may also present distinct risks. The purpose of this paper is to summarize key issues in suicide-related disclosure, suggest theoretical models for describing suicide-related disclosure and identify research needs.Design/methodology/approach This conceptual paper discusses the existing literature on disclosure of concealable stigmatized identities, then explores research on disclosure of suicidal ideation, suicide attempt and suicide loss. Theoretical models (disclosure processes model and interpersonal theory of suicide) that can be employed in understanding suicide-related disclosure are explored. Finally, the paper suggests areas for future research, including longitudinal research to identify strategic disclosure practices that can lead to greater inclusion and recovery.Findings Research on suicide-related disclosure should differentiate between disclosure of past and current suicidality, incorporate theoretical frameworks and examine approaches for preparing potential confidants and disclosers for the disclosure process.Originality/value This paper highlights issues unique to the disclosure of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and to suicide loss.
VL  - 18
IS  - 3
SN  - 1746-5729
DO  - 10.1108/JPMH-01-2019-0012
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/JPMH-01-2019-0012
AU  - Sheehan Lindsay
AU  - Oexle Nathalie
AU  - Bushman Michael
AU  - Fulginiti Anthony
AU  - Frey Laura M.
PY  - 2019
Y1  - 2019/01/01
TI  - Suicide-related disclosure: implications for inclusion and recovery
T2  - Journal of Public Mental Health
PB  - Emerald Publishing Limited
SP  - 162
EP  - 168
Y2  - 2024/04/25
ER  -