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One hundred female burns cases : a study in suicidology
A Venkoba Rao1, N Mahendran, C Gopalakrishnan
1Centre for Advanced Research on 'Health and Behaviour', Indian Council of Medical Research, Madurai Medical College and Government Rajaji Hospital, Madurai-625 020.
Indian Journal of Psychiatry
|September 20, 2011
Summary
Most female burn admissions in Madurai were suicidal, often linked to marital issues. The study highlights the need for interventions addressing psychosocial factors to prevent suicide attempts.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Psychiatry
- Forensic Medicine
Background:
- Burns are a significant cause of admission in plastic surgery.
- Understanding the etiology of burns is crucial for prevention and treatment.
- Suicide attempts present a major public health challenge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the causes and characteristics of burn admissions in female patients.
- To investigate the psychosocial factors contributing to suicide by burns.
- To explore prevention strategies for suicide related to marital and interpersonal problems.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 100 consecutive female burn admissions.
- Data collection using 'Psychological Autopsy' technique.
- Analysis of burn degree, suicide history, and family history.
Main Results:
- 70% of admissions were due to suicidal burns, 25% accidental, 3% homicidal.
- Major causes included marital/interpersonal problems (51%), psychiatric disorders (23%), and physical illness (15%).
- Dowry-related issues accounted for 5% of suicides.
Conclusions:
- Marital and interpersonal problems are significant drivers of suicide by burns in women.
- Psychological autopsy is a valuable tool for understanding suicide.
- Interventions targeting psychosocial factors are essential for suicide prevention.
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