What if Podcast with Amy Irons ~ What if we need to talk about suicide? (episode 01)
In episode 01 we introduce suicide, what it is, why it happens and what we can do about it.
Presenter Amy Irons is joined by:
John Gibson
Along with wife Isobel, John set up the Canmore Trust following the death by suicide of their beloved son Cammy. John would go on to have suicidal thoughts.
Rory O'Connor
Rory is Professor of Health Psychology at University of Glasgow and author of When It Is Darkest: Why People Die by Suicide and What We Can Do to Prevent It.
Natalie Dakhill
Natalie founded A Place Called Here, a support group for people bereaved by suicide. This followed the loss of her dad Michael to suicide in 2024.
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Amy Irons knows what it's like to lose someone you love to suicide.
That's why she agreed to join Suicide Prevention Scotland to present our brand new What if Podcast.
Over four compelling episodes, Amy will meet a range of brilliant guests who will share their experience and insight.
In doing so, you'll gain a deeper understanding of suicide - why it happens, and what we can do about it.
Each episode covers a different theme, with Amy gently guiding you through these important conversations.
You will appreciate that we're going to cover some difficult topics, so please remember support is available if you need it.
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Our podcast channel features content from across our programmes of work.
Some viewers may find content on distressing.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help, speak to someone you trust or call one of these helplines:
Samaritans 116 123 or use the online chat at samaritans.org
Breathing Space 0800 83 85 87
NHS 24 mental health hub on 111
If you are ever in immediate danger or have the means to cause yourself harm you should dial 999 and request an ambulance.
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What if Podcast with Amy Irons - season preview
Amy knows what it's like to lose someone you love to suicide.
That's why she agreed to join Suicide Prevention Scotland to present our brand new What if Podcast.
Over four compelling episodes, Amy will meet a range of brilliant guests who will share their experience and insight.
In doing so, you'll gain a deeper understanding of suicide - why it happens, and what we can do about it.
Each episode covers a different theme, with Amy gently guiding you through these important conversations.
Catch the first episode of the What if Podcast on Wednesday (10 September) at 12pm (UK time).
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Our podcast channel features content from across our programmes of work.
Some viewers may find content on this channel distressing.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help, speak to someone you trust or call one of these helplines:
Samaritans 116 123 or use the online chat at samaritans.org
Breathing Space 0800 83 85 87
NHS 24 mental health hub on 111
If you are ever in immediate danger or have the means to cause yourself harm you should dial 999 and request an ambulance.
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Creating Hope - Bereavement
Welcome to the Creating Hope podcast, powered by Public Health Scotland & Suicide Prevention Scotland.
In each episode of this limited edition series we’re exploring a key area of work within suicide prevention, and how this can be implemented locally.
In this third episode, we explore bereavement by suicide and reflect on ways that we can provide compassionate and person centred support to people bereaved and affected by suicide.
Our host, Susie Heywood (Suicide Prevention Implementation Support Lead, Public Health Scotland) is joined by Jonathan Ellenor (member of the Suicide Prevention Scotland Lived and Living Experience Panel), Trish Hafford Letchfield (Professor of Social Work at the University of Strathclyde), Lara Van de Peer (Service Manager for the Scottish Government funded Suicide Bereavement Support Service) and Nicola Reed (Director of Client Services at Cruse Scotland).
Key links for this episode:
Home - Suicide Prevention Scotland.
United to Prevent Suicide
Suicide Prevention Scotland Medium blog
NHS Inform - Surviving Suicidal Thoughts
Creating Hope Together - Scotland's Suicide Prevention Strategy
Creating Hope Together - Scotland's Suicide Prevention Action Plan
COSLA
Cruse Scotland
Suicide Bereavement Support Service: Final Evaluation Report
Penumbra
Navigating bereavement by suicide in later life: a qualitative analysis of health and social care professional perspectives - University of Strathclyde
Support is available:
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health or feeling suicidal, please don’t hesitate to ask for help by contacting your GP, NHS24 on 111, Samaritans on 116 123 or Breathing Space on 0800 83 58 87.
Call 999 if you are in immediate danger, or have the means to cause yourself immediate harm, for example by serious injury or overdose.
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Creating Hope - Young people (Part 02)
Welcome to the Creating Hope podcast, powered by Public Health Scotland & Suicide Prevention Scotland.
In each episode of this limited edition series we’re exploring a key area of work within suicide prevention, and how this can be implemented locally.
In this fourth episode, we explore a whole school approach to suicide prevention, including the eight principles that school communities can take to support the well-being needs of their children and young people.
In Part 02, our guests discuss their experiences of working with children and young people.
Our hosts Jenny Ferguson (Delivery Lead for Children and Young People, Suicide Prevention Scotland) and Jess Carlyle (Suicide Prevention Scotland Youth Advisory Group member) are joined by Steven Sweeney (Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Coordinator, Perth and Kinross Council) Fiona Hewitt (Development Officer - Health and Wellbeing, Renfrewshire Council) & Eilidh James (Quality Improvement Officer, North Ayrshire Council).
Key links for this episode:
Home - Suicide Prevention Scotland.
United to Prevent Suicide
Suicide Prevention Scotland Medium blog
NHS Inform - Surviving Suicidal Thoughts
Creating Hope Together - Scotland's Suicide Prevention Strategy
Creating Hope Together - Scotland's Suicide Prevention Action Plan
Scottish Recovery Network
COSLA
Supporting documents - Mental health and wellbeing: whole school approach: framework - gov.scot
Safeguarding: Self-Harm and Suicide Prevention | Resources | Education Scotland
The Cycle of Wellbeing | Resources | Education Scotland
Support is available:
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health or feeling suicidal, please don’t hesitate to ask for help by contacting your GP, NHS24 on 111, Samaritans on 116 123 or Breathing Space on 0800 83 58 87.
If you are a young person or you are supporting a young person you can receive support from Papyrus on 0800 068 4141 (text 07860 039 967), Childline on 0800 1111 or Shout by texting “SHOUT” to 85258.
Call 999 if you are in immediate danger, or have the means to cause yourself immediate harm, for example by serious injury or overdose.
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Creating Hope - Young people (Part 01)
Welcome to the Creating Hope podcast, powered by Public Health Scotland & Suicide Prevention Scotland.
In each episode of this limited edition series we’re exploring a key area of work within suicide prevention, and how this can be implemented locally.
In this fourth episode, we explore a whole school approach to suicide prevention, including the eight principles that school communities can take to support the well-being needs of their children and young people.
In Part 01, each of our guests tell us about their own individual practice stories.
Our hosts Jenny Ferguson (Delivery Lead for Children and Young People, Suicide Prevention Scotland) and Jess Carlyle (Suicide Prevention Scotland Youth Advisory Group member) are joined by Steven Sweeney (Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Coordinator, Perth and Kinross Council) Fiona Hewitt (Development Officer - Health and Wellbeing, Renfrewshire Council) & Eilidh James (Quality Improvement Officer, North Ayrshire Council).
Key links for this episode:
Home - Suicide Prevention Scotland.
United to Prevent Suicide
Suicide Prevention Scotland Medium blog
NHS Inform - Surviving Suicidal Thoughts
Creating Hope Together - Scotland's Suicide Prevention Strategy
Creating Hope Together - Scotland's Suicide Prevention Action Plan
Scottish Recovery Network
COSLA
Supporting documents - Mental health and wellbeing: whole school approach: framework - gov.scot
Safeguarding: Self-Harm and Suicide Prevention | Resources | Education Scotland
The Cycle of Wellbeing | Resources | Education Scotland
Support is available:
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health or feeling suicidal, please don’t hesitate to ask for help by contacting your GP, NHS24 on 111, Samaritans on 116 123 or Breathing Space on 0800 83 58 87.
If you are a young person or you are supporting a young person you can receive support from Papyrus on 0800 068 4141 (text 07860 039 967), Childline on 0800 1111 or Shout by texting “SHOUT” to 85258.
Call 999 if you are in immediate danger, or have the means to cause yourself immediate harm, for example by serious injury or overdose.
We know that talking about suicide is the best way to prevent it. On our Suicide Prevention Scotland podcast channels you’ll find different series that explore a range of themes that underpin our work.
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