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Trends in suicide (1983-1987).

A P Martinez1, J M Cameron

  • 1Dept of Forensic Medicine, London Hospital Medical College.

Medicine, Science, and the Law
|October 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

This study analyzed 659 suicide cases from over 20,000 autopsies, examining methods, demographics, and evidence. Findings detail patterns in self-destruction across sex and age groups.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Unnatural deaths represent a significant portion of forensic autopsies.
  • Suicide is a major public health concern requiring detailed epidemiological study.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the methods of suicide.
  • To analyze suicide incidence based on sex and age.
  • To examine evidence associated with self-inflicted deaths.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of autopsy data.
  • Review of 20,000+ autopsies from 1983-1987.
  • Classification of deaths as unnatural, with a focus on suicides.

Main Results:

  • 7.4% of autopsies were classified as unnatural deaths.
  • 659 cases (3.2%) were identified as suicides.
  • Analysis of suicide methods, sex, age distribution, and associated evidence was conducted.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding suicide methods and demographics is crucial for prevention strategies.
  • Forensic autopsy data provides valuable insights into patterns of self-destruction.
  • Further research can inform targeted public health interventions.

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