Table 2 Table describing main themes and sub-themes
No | Theme | Subtheme |
|---|---|---|
1 | Value placed on respecting the privacy or wishes of the bereaved | |
| Â | Â 1A | intrusive behaviour of journalists |
| Â | Â 1B | importance of consultation with the bereaved |
| Â | Â 1C | press taking control over information released |
| Â | Â 1D | divergent views over level of acceptable detail |
2 | Respect accorded to the deceased | |
|  |  2A | balancing a focus on the deceased’s life achievements versus their death |
|  |  2B | negative portrayal of the deceased’s character |
3 | The role of the press in promoting suicide prevention messages | |