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Anger, anger expression, and suicidal ideation in Korean adolescents
Young-Joo Park1, Hosihn Ryu, Kuem Sun Han
1College of Nursing, Korea University, Sungbuk-ku, Seoul, Korea. yjpark@korea.ac.kr
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
|May 22, 2010
Summary
High anger levels and expression in Korean adolescents correlate with increased suicidal thoughts. School programs targeting anger may help reduce adolescent suicidal ideation.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Health
- Mental Health Research
- Psychology
Background:
- Suicidal ideation is a significant concern among adolescents globally.
- Understanding the relationship between anger and suicidal ideation is crucial for targeted interventions.
- Korean adolescents represent a specific demographic for studying these mental health factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the levels of anger, anger expression, and suicidal ideation in Korean adolescents.
- To examine how school level and gender influence these psychological factors.
- To explore the correlation between anger/anger expression and suicidal ideation.
Main Methods:
- A large-scale survey was conducted with 18,752 Korean adolescents.
- Data collection utilized a self-report questionnaire assessing anger, anger expression, and suicidal ideation.
- Statistical analysis was performed to identify significant differences and correlations.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in anger, anger expression, and suicidal ideation were observed based on school level and gender.
- Adolescents with higher levels of anger and anger expression reported higher average scores for suicidal ideation.
- A positive association was found between anger/anger expression and suicidal ideation.
Conclusions:
- Anger and its expression are linked to suicidal ideation in Korean adolescents.
- Interventions aimed at reducing anger in schools may be effective in mitigating suicidal ideation.
- Further research into school-based mental health programs is warranted.
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