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R L Narang1, B P Mishra, M Nitesh
1R.L. NARANG, Professor & Head, Department of Psychiatry, Dayanand Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana-141 001.
Indian Journal of Psychiatry
|March 17, 2011
Summary
This study reveals that marital status and psychiatric illnesses significantly impact suicide attempts. While younger age and lower socioeconomic status increase vulnerability, family type and education play minor roles.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Sociology
Background:
- Suicide attempts are a significant public health concern.
- Understanding socio-demographic factors and psychiatric comorbidities is crucial for prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the socio-demographic correlates of suicide attempts.
- To identify prevalent psychiatric disorders among individuals who attempted suicide.
- To analyze the relationship between demographic variables and psychiatric conditions in suicide attempters.
Main Methods:
- A study was conducted on 100 individuals presenting with suicide attempts.
- Data collected included socio-demographic profiles and psychiatric diagnoses based on ICD-10 criteria.
Main Results:
- Single males outnumbered single females; married females outnumbered married males in suicide attempts.
- Suicide attempts were more prevalent in males with psychiatric illness, while females often attempted suicide without diagnosed psychiatric conditions.
- Mood disorders (35%) and adjustment disorders (13%) were the most common psychiatric illnesses identified.
- Marital status and psychiatric illnesses were significant factors. Age under 30, low socioeconomic status, low education, and nuclear families were identified as vulnerable factors.
Conclusions:
- Marital status and psychiatric conditions are key factors in suicide attempts.
- While some demographic variables showed non-significant roles, younger age, lower socioeconomic status, and lower education levels indicate increased vulnerability.
- Targeted interventions considering these factors are essential for suicide prevention strategies.
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