RaPSS stands for Response and Prevention in Student Suicide

RaPSS is a UK research project which will look specifically at student suicide within higher education. The research team will work with a number of HEIs across the UK. The HEIs we work with will remain anonymous however we are have attempted to ensure that our sample of universities is representative of the wide range of HEIs and the variety of students which exist.

RaPSS is a joint project between PAPYRUS, University of Central Lancashire and King’s College London.

The research is managed by Professor Nicky Stanley and Professor Jill Manthorpe both of whom are experienced researchers in this area. They are also the authors of the book "Student Mental Health Needs: Problems and Responses."

This project has been made possible by a grant awarded by the Big Lottery Fund to whom we are most grateful for their support. 

The project has been approved by the NHS Multi Region Ethical Committee and the UCLAN Ethics Committee.

PAPYRUS is a national charity working to prevent suicide in young people. They have produced a number of resources for those concerned about positive mental health in young people.

PAPYRUS also now runs the telephone helpline HOPELineUK which is staffed by professional advisers who can give support, practical advice and information to anyone who is concerned that a young person they know may be suicidal. You can find out more about PAPYRUS by clicking here.