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Suicide prevention is possible: A perception after suicide attempt
Dushad Ram1, M S Darshan, T S S Rao
1Department of Psychiatry, JSS Medical College Hospital, Mysore, Karnataka, India.
Indian Journal of Psychiatry
|September 19, 2012
Summary
Most suicide attempters believe their attempts were preventable. Family, friends, and society could have intervened, highlighting crucial areas for suicide prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Suicide is a preventable global health crisis with increasing incidence.
- Limited research exists on suicide attempters' perceptions of prevention.
- Understanding these perceptions is vital for effective intervention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate whether individuals who attempted suicide perceived their actions as preventable upon recovery.
- To gather insights from suicide survivors regarding potential preventive measures.
Main Methods:
- Fifty stable suicide attempters were recruited using purposive sampling.
- Data collected via socio-demographic and clinical proforma, Pierce suicide intent scale, and a structured questionnaire.
- Statistical analysis included chi-square tests for categorical and independent t-tests for continuous variables.
Main Results:
- A significant majority (80%) of suicide attempters felt their attempt could have been prevented.
- 64% believed family and loved ones could have intervened.
- 16% indicated societal intervention as a potential preventive factor.
Conclusions:
- Most individuals recovering from a suicide attempt perceive their actions as preventable.
- Family, friends, and societal support are identified as key potential preventive factors.
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