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Content Analysis of Gatekeeper Training Models

Mayer, Greta H
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1397234203

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2014, EdD, University of Cincinnati, Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services: Counselor Education.
Nearly 100 Americans die by suicide every day, with countless others negatively affected. The range of suicide prevention models has dramatically expanded over the past two decades (Knox et al., 2004) with gatekeeper training becoming a popular approach (e.g., Capuzzi, 2009; Cross et al., 2011; Gould & Kramer, 2001, 2003; Isaac et al., 2009). Although this expansion may be interpreted as a positive step toward reducing suicide, little is known with regard to the evolution of existing suicide prevention training, the common and unique components within models, and how such components contribute to the development of new models. This study conducted a content analysis of 16 existing best practice gatekeeper training models listed on the SPRC registry (SPRC/AFSP, 2010). A coding scheme consisting of 138 preset training items was developed and applied by two raters independently. Percentage of agreement and Cohen’s kappa were calculated to examine inter-rater reliability. The results showed adequate consistency between raters. Consensus procedures were used with discrepant rating pairs to reach final ratings. Global and localized prevalence statistics and referral to both formal and informal resources were common findings across models. Additionally, fourteen categories of risk factors/warning signs and seven types of learning strategies and materials were identified as common gatekeeper components. A pattern of unique findings relating to technology was identified. Three unique findings involved the use of social media for trainers, gatekeepers, and participants. Other unique findings pertained to a lack of gatekeeper responsibility for follow-up after referral and use of incentives as participant materials. Discussion of discoveries and recommendations for future inquiry about the taxonomy of gatekeeper training models is presented.
Mei Tang, Ph.D. (Committee Chair)
Michael Brubaker, Ph.D. (Committee Member)
Keith King, Ph.D. (Committee Member)
180 p.
Counseling Psychology
gatekeeper training; gatekeeper model; content analysis; suicide prevention; ecological; counseling

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  • Mayer, G. H. (2014). Content Analysis of Gatekeeper Training Models [Doctoral dissertation, University of Cincinnati]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1397234203

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Mayer, Greta. Content Analysis of Gatekeeper Training Models. 2014. University of Cincinnati, Doctoral dissertation. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1397234203.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Mayer, Greta. "Content Analysis of Gatekeeper Training Models." Doctoral dissertation, University of Cincinnati, 2014. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1397234203

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