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Suicide in developing countries (2): risk factors.

Lakshmi Vijayakumar1, Sujit John, Jane Pirkis

  • 1SNEHA & VHS, Chennai, India. dr_svk@vsnl.com

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|November 10, 2005
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Suicide risk factors differ between developed and developing nations. Key differences include gender, location, and religious beliefs, necessitating tailored prevention strategies for global public health.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Most suicide risk factor research is from developed countries.
  • Limited systematic profiling of risk factors exists for developing countries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review sociodemographic, clinical, and environmental/situational suicide risk factors in developing countries.
  • To compare these risk factors with those identified in developed countries.

Main Methods:

  • Selective review of existing literature on suicide risk factors.
  • Analysis of sociodemographic, clinical, and environmental/situational data.

Main Results:

  • Suicide risk factor profiles differ between developing and developed countries.

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  • Factors like female gender, rural living, and religious beliefs are more relevant in some developing countries.
  • Universal risk factors include young/old age, low socioeconomic status, substance use, and prior attempts.
  • Stressful life events and access to means are relevant in both settings, but specific factors (e.g., pesticides) vary.

    • Conclusions:

    • Suicide risk factor profiles show significant differences between developing and developed countries.
    • Prevention strategies effective in developed countries may require adaptation for developing countries.
    • Tailored interventions are crucial for effective global suicide prevention.