InSITE is a three-part PhD project.

The project will consist of three distinct but interlinked studies that examine different aspects related to the social determinants of youth suicide. It will involve a mixture of primary and secondary data through a sequential design.

The project will be guided by youth advisors, their input will set the priorities of the research.

Study 1 | Realist Review

A Rapid Realist Synthesis of Policies Addressing the Impact of Social Determinants on Suicidal Thoughts, Behaviours and Self-harm in England

Study 2 | QUAN Strand

Investigating the Interaction Between Social Determinants and Individual Risk Factors to Influence Suicidal Thoughts, Behaviour, and Self-harm in Young People

Study 3 | QUAL Strand

Exploring Young People’s Perspectives on How Social Determinants Shape Their Individual Experiences and Influence Suicidal Experiences.