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Attempted suicides in Madras.

R Ponnudurai1, J Jeyakar, M Saraswathy

  • 1Madras Medical College, Madras.

Indian Journal of Psychiatry
|September 20, 2011
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Summary

This study on suicide attempters found the peak age group was 15-25 years. Organophosphorous compounds were common, and personality traits like extraversion were noted in attempted suicides.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Toxicology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Suicide attempts represent a significant public health concern.
  • Understanding demographics and methods of suicide attempters is crucial for prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the demographic profile, methods, and psychological characteristics of individuals who attempted suicide.
  • To identify key factors associated with suicide attempts in the studied population.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of data from eighty-six suicide attempters.
  • Data collection included demographic information, methods used, prior suicide ideation, alcohol consumption, and Eysenck Personality Questionnaire (EPQ) scores.

Main Results:

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  • The peak age groups for suicide attempts were 15-20 years and 21-25 years in both sexes.
  • Organophosphorous compounds were the predominant method used.
  • A significant percentage (23.25%) had prior suicidal ideation, and alcohol was a factor in 10.46% of cases.
  • Eysenck Personality Questionnaire scores indicated a prevalence of extraversion and low scores on the P scale (psychoticism).

Conclusions:

  • Suicide attempts are prevalent in young adults, with specific demographic and psychological profiles.
  • The findings highlight the importance of addressing organophosphorous compound accessibility, alcohol abuse, and personality traits in suicide prevention efforts.