A significant portion of adolescents who engage in suicidal behaviors are of Hispanic origin, yet little is known regarding interventions to reduce suicidal behaviors among Hispanic adolescents. Through a culturally responsive framework, this study describes and systematically maps the existing research on interventions to treat suicidality among Hispanic adolescents.
Method:
Using Arksey and O’Malley’s scoping review methodology, nine publications were selected for review from available peer-reviewed literature published between 2013 and 2017.
Results:
Eight interventions were identified. All were published in nonsocial work journals. Interventions were implemented in either mental health or after-school community settings and included a family focus.
Discussion:
The analysis revealed three themes: (1) There is scant research on this topic, (2) there is a void of social work scholarly literature regarding this issue, and (3) identified interventions generally include culturally responsive factors. Implications for social work research and practice are discussed.
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