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Suicide ideation among later elementary school-aged youth
S K Riesch1, G Jacobson, L Sawdey
1School of Nursing, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI 53792, USA. skriesch@wisc.edu
Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
|April 5, 2008
Summary
Suicide ideation is a concern in preadolescents, with 18% of 6th graders reporting such thoughts. The Social Disintegration Model (SDM) links risk factors to suicidal ideation, highlighting the need for school and family support to prevent youth suicide.
Area of Science:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Developmental Psychology
Background:
- Suicide is a rare but serious concern in children under 15.
- 18% of 6th-grade students report suicidal ideation.
- The Social Disintegration Model (SDM) identifies risk factors for suicidal ideation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine risk factors associated with suicidal ideation in preadolescent children.
- To test a family strengthening program's impact on health risk behaviors.
- To compare youth with suicidal ideation to their peers based on the SDM.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 179 elementary school children from two cities.
- Participants completed a 20-item survey on health risk behaviors.
- 16 youth screened positive for suicidal ideation and were compared to the larger sample.
Main Results:
- Youth with suicidal ideation reported less school connectedness.
- Internalizing behaviors were more common in youth with suicidal thoughts.
- Lower levels of family cohesion, communication, supervision, and caring were reported by these youth.
Conclusions:
- Preadolescents with suicidal thoughts benefit from enhanced school support and connection.
- Community resources can aid parents in modifying child-rearing practices.
- Improved parent-youth communication is crucial for preventing adolescent suicidal behavior.
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