Culturally safe suicide prevention

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In this episode, GP Specialist Dr Gretchen Hitchins and GCPHN Board Member Laurence West speak with host Dr Ralph Audehm about culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples:

  • Understand the factors shaping engagement, trust and help-seeking
  • Learn culturally safe approaches to suicide risk assessment
  • Recognise barriers to discussing distress and supporting disclosure
  • Discover practical strategies for culturally safe, holistic care and support networks

 

Experts: Dr Gretchen Hitchins, GP Specialist
Laurence West, GCPHN Board Member

Host: Dr Ralph Audehm, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 42 mins

 

This Healthed educational segment is supported by Gold Coast Primary Health Network. The views, information or opinions expressed by the experts are entirely their own and do not necessarily represent those of Gold Coast Primary Health Network.

Please note that this episode discusses sensitive topics including suicide and mental health distress. If you or someone you know needs help, support is available by calling Lifeline on 13 11 14, or Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. If you are in immediate danger, please call 000.

 

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Last Updated: 23 Jun, 2026

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