ENHANCED PATIENT CLOCKS: ENHANCING PATIENT WELL-BEING

In healthcare settings, patient safety is paramount. Across these environments, ensuring that all elements contribute to a secure and therapeutic atmosphere is crucial. One often overlooked aspect is the potential danger posed by traditional clocks. Their commonplace design can present a hazard for patients who may attempt ligature using the clock'

A Suicide Intervention Clock is a visual tool designed to bring awareness to the ever-present nature of suicide risk. It constantly displays the number of people feeling suicidal thoughts every hour, every day. This powerful reminder aims to reduce stigma surrounding mental health and suicide. Moreover, the Clock serves as a prompt for support. It