Project summary
YASHAS is a youth-focused hospital-based study of adolescents and young adults who present with self-harm and suicide attempts. Given that two-thirds of suicides in India affect people aged 18–45 and suicide is the leading cause of death among India's youth, this work fills a critical gap in early identification and sustained care.
Why youth-focused care?
USHAS data pointed to a significant volume of self-harm cases among patients under 18
This prompted the revision of project protocol, to include minors to capture the full spectrum of self-harm presentation
This led to the birth of YASHAS to specifically analyze and address trends in the younger demographic.
We recognized the importance of involving young people themselves in the design, implementation, and evaluation of suicide prevention efforts.
YASHAS was designed with a participatory approach in mind to develop interventions tailored to their needs and preferences of the target population, thereby increasing their relevance and effectiveness.
Focus
Adolescents and young adults presenting with self-harm and suicide.
Support
Supported by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka.
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