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However, very little is known about how individuals with lived experience regulate negative affect and cope with suicidal thoughts and urges. This study aimed to explore emotion-regulation strategies (ERS) and suicide-specific coping strategies (SCS) used during suicidal crises, their perceived effectiveness, and the situational and contextual factors influencing their selection.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 individuals admitted to a psychiatric hospital due to an acute suicidal crisis. Data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Before and during suicidal crises, participants predominantly used avoidance-oriented ERS that contributed to the maintenance of negative affect. With increasing distress, suicidal thoughts emerged as an additional ERS, providing short-term relief while contributing to the intensification of the suicidal crisis over time. A broad range of SCS was identified, differing in their motivational orientation toward suicidal behavior. Suicide-approach strategies (e.g., suppression, substance use, preparatory behaviors) often facilitated the escalation of the suicidal crisis, whereas suicide-avoidant strategies (e.g., seeking support, safety strategies) were context-dependent and not consistently effective. Strategy selection and effectiveness were shaped by situational and contextual factors.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Suicidal crises can be understood as dynamic, context-dependent self-regulatory processes characterized by escalating emotional distress, changes in strategy use, and dynamic regulatory resources. Interventions should focus on strengthening flexible coping repertoires and preserving self-regulatory capacity. 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