The Right and Wrong Way for Media to Cover Suicide

This course provides insights into the roles of media in suicide prevention and highlights how media can save lives by preventing suicide. The learning outcomes include understanding the impact of media coverage on suicide and gaining knowledge on the right approaches for media to cover suicide. The course aims to equip learners with the skills to critically analyze media representations of suicide and contribute to suicide prevention efforts. The teaching method involves a TEDx talk format delivered by a renowned suicidologist and mental health researcher. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in mental health, suicide prevention, media effects, and public health.