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[Suicidal behaviour: psycho-social and psycho-pathological risk factor].

W Pitchot¹, C Paquay, M Ansseau

¹Service de Psychiatrie et de Psychologique médicale, CHU Sart Tilman, Liège, Belgique.

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Suicide is a global epidemic, with millions affected annually. This paper reviews recent literature on the psychosocial and psychopathological risk factors contributing to suicide and suicide attempts.

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Social Threat-Safety Test Uncovers Psychosocial Stress-Related Phenotypes

Social Threat-Safety Test Uncovers Psychosocial Stress-Related Phenotypes

Published on: December 15, 2023

Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Epidemiology
Public Health

Context:

Suicide and suicide attempts represent a significant global health crisis, recognized as an epidemic disease by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Recent trends indicate a considerable increase in the risk of suicide and suicide attempts worldwide.
Established risk factors encompass psycho-social, psychopathological, genetic, and biological elements, often interacting to determine suicidal behavior.

Purpose:

To present recent data from the scientific literature.
To focus on psychosocial and psychopathological risk factors associated with suicide and attempted suicide.

Summary:

Suicide is a major global health concern, with one million deaths and millions of attempts annually.
Risk factors for suicide are multifactorial, including psycho-social, psychopathological, genetic, and biological elements.
This review synthesizes current research on psychosocial and psychopathological risk factors for suicide.

Impact:

Enhances understanding of the complex etiology of suicide.
Provides a foundation for developing targeted prevention strategies.
Informs public health initiatives aimed at reducing suicide rates.