[Suicide prevention in the agricultural sector]. / La prévention du suicide en milieu agricole.

The French agricultural sector is strongly affected by suicide. Various studies show that there is an excess mortality rate among people working in this sector. Although specific risk factors have been identified, the Ministry of Agriculture and Food has identified prevention as a national priority. In this context, the 'sentinel' training of peers in the world of agriculture is an essential lever which, over the years, is beginning to bear fruit.

[Suicide in elderly people, an underestimated public health phenomenon]. / Le suicide du sujet âgé, un phénomène de santé publique sous-estimé.

Although adolescent suicide is more widely spoken about, the suicide rate is actually higher among elderly people. Preventing elderly people from attempting suicide and raising awareness among family and friends are priorities for our nursing practices.

[Pain as a symptom of depression in the elderly]. / La douleur comme symptôme de la dépression du sujet âgé.

Depression in elderly people can manifest itself in an unexpected manner. In the case of Mrs Y., the physical pain masked psychological suffering linked to anxiety about death and abandonment. The care provided by a multi-disciplinary team, based on a joint thinking process, enabled her to emerge from this impasse and benefit from a coherent care project.