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Reducing suicides in New York State correctional facilities.

Beatrice Kovasznay1, Richard Miraglia, Richard Beer

  • 1Bureau of Forensic Services, New York State Office of Mental Health, Albany, New York 12229, USA.

The Psychiatric Quarterly
|March 3, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Identifying modifiable suicide risk factors in New York State prisons, including substance abuse and prior attempts, informed policy changes. This study aimed to reduce inmate suicides through improved clinical practices and environmental safety.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychology
  • Correctional Healthcare
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Suicide is a significant concern within correctional facilities.
  • Understanding modifiable risk factors is crucial for prevention efforts in prisons.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify modifiable risk factors for suicide among inmates in New York State prisons.
  • To inform clinical policies and environmental safety measures to reduce inmate suicides.

Main Methods:

  • Review of available statistical data on prison suicides.
  • Examination of 40 psychological autopsies of inmates who died by suicide.

Main Results:

  • Identified risk factors include substance abuse, prior suicide attempts, pre-incarceration mental health treatment, recent negative events, disciplinary actions, agitation, and anxiety.

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  • These findings led to revised clinical policies, environmental modifications, and enhanced quality assurance.

    • Conclusions:

    • Modifiable factors like substance abuse and mental health history are key indicators for suicide risk in prisons.
    • Implementing targeted interventions and environmental safety improvements can mitigate suicide rates in correctional settings.