Experiences with mental health, self-harm, suicide and coping after acquired brain injury (ABI)
Who it’s for: Survivors of stroke and ABI
What it involves: Survey
Location: Online (Australia)
Anticipated end date: 31 December 2026
Summary
Researchers from Monash University are conducting a survey about what is needed to better support people with stroke and ABI to cope with suicidality or self-harm after their injury.
The study aims to understand the experiences, perspectives, coping strategies, and support needs of adults with stroke and ABI. They will use this knowledge to develop freely available resources in partnership with the community.
Eligibility
- Adults aged 18 years or older who have experienced any kind of brain injury (e.g. stroke), and who have, at any time after their injury, experienced:
- mental health challenges, for example - feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed,
- thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself,
- intentional self-harm,
- or coping strategies that supported mental health and wellbeing since your injury.
Participation is entirely voluntary, and people do not need to have experienced suicidal thoughts or self-harm to take part.
The research team can help with ways to make participation accessible and provide appropriate support to interested community members.
Activity
An online survey that may take about 15–30 minutes to complete.
Documents
Participant information sheet [DOCX 280 KB]
Contact
If you have any questions or would like assistance in completing the survey, please contact the research team via:
Email: abicoping@monash.edu
Phone: 03 9426 8923