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Suicide in jhansi city.
G D Shukla1, B L Verma, D N Mishra
1Head of Department of Psychiatry, M. L. B. Medical College, Jhansi (U. P.).
Indian Journal of Psychiatry
|September 20, 2011
Summary
Jhansi experienced 187 suicides from 1986-87, with higher rates in females and younger adults. Domestic strife and mental illness were key factors, though many cases remained unexplained.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Suicide presents a significant public health challenge globally and requires localized data for effective intervention.
- Understanding demographic and etiological patterns of suicide is crucial for developing targeted prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the incidence, demographics, causes, and methods of suicide in Jhansi, India.
- To identify specific risk factors and trends within the studied population.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 187 suicide cases recorded in Jhansi between 1986 and 1987.
- Data collection included demographic information, marital status, common causes, and methods employed.
Main Results:
- An annual suicide incidence rate of 29 per lakh population was observed, higher in females (34/lakh) than males (24/lakh).
- The third decade of life was most affected (51.3%), with married individuals more prone to suicide. Domestic strife (38.3%) and mental illness (23.5%) were primary causes, with 38.5% of cases having undetermined factors.
- Gender-specific methods were noted: burning predominantly by females, train accidents by males, while poisoning and hanging were more common in males, and drowning in females.
Conclusions:
- Suicide in Jhansi disproportionately affects younger adults and females, with domestic issues and mental health being significant contributors.
- Distinct gender-based patterns in suicide methods highlight the need for tailored prevention and intervention approaches.
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