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Table 3 Illustration of the emerged theme, categories and subcategories

From: Encountering suicide in primary healthcare rehabilitation: the experiences of physiotherapists

Theme

Through barriers and taboos – the physiotherapist finds a way

Category

Subcategory

Possibilities for identification

The physiotherapist as an important gatekeeper

Time to create alliances

Mental illness often concealed by physical symptoms

Obstacles in meeting suicide

A lack of knowledge

A fear of asking and receiving an answer

Suicide as a taboo

The body is in focus

Workplace environment matters

The importance of collegiality

Organizational hindrances

Negative effects on wellbeing

Where does the patient belong?

A lack of routines for referral

Difficulties in accessing other health professionals

Education and experience are keys

The value of mentorship

Work and life experience gives confidence

Education provides important tools