Intuition, imagination and innovation in suicidology

Abstract

On 28-29 May, the Transform4Europe (T4EU) Alliance of European Universities held a conference and workshop online (Zoom platform) on the theme "Intervening with a suicidal person what to do and what to avoid?". The conference focused on suicide risk and mental health. In addition to numerous presentations and discussions by world-renowned experts in suicidology, the T4EU Mental Health Workshop also included a group discussion. The event is aimed at a wide audience of students, professionals, academics and practitioners interested in the topic, both within and outside the T4EU Alliance. "Intuition, Imagination and Innovation in Suicidology is an international annual conference organised by the Slovenian Centre for Suicide Research (Andrej Marušič Institute, University of Primorska, Slovenia). The conference is dedicated to the memory of Prof. Andrej Marušič (held during his birthday period), with the aim of promoting intuition, imagination and innovation in suicide research and prevention. Over the past year, the conference has brought together many people working in the field of suicide research and prevention and will further expand its mission in the context of T4EU. The conference has become an effective platform for meaningful discussions between eminent experts and young, promising suicidologists or other enthusiastic professionals in the field. The event programme covers suicide research, clinical practice, prevention and interventions in the field of suicidology. Speakers presented their expertise in detail and encouraged participants to express their views. Challenges in both scientific and clinical contexts were discussed in depth.