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Suicides by prisoners.

W Hurley

    The Medical Journal of Australia
    |August 21, 1989
    PubMed
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    Suicide risk is high in male prisoners, especially within the first two months of custody. Previous psychiatric treatment and prior suicide attempts are significant risk factors for inmate suicide.

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    Area of Science:

    • Forensic Psychiatry
    • Criminology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • High rates of suicide are a concern in correctional facilities.
    • Understanding risk factors is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze suicide patterns and risk factors among male prisoners in a maximum-security facility.
    • To inform the development of targeted suicide prevention measures within prisons.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 44 consecutive deaths in male prisoners over a 15-year period (1973-1987).
    • Examination of demographic data, custody status, psychiatric history, and suicide attempt history.

    Main Results:

    • Twenty suicides occurred, with over half within the first two months of incarceration.
    • Remand prisoners exhibited a higher suicide propensity than sentenced prisoners.
    • A history of psychiatric disorder (including inpatient treatment) and previous suicide attempts were common.

    Conclusions:

    • Key risk factors for suicide in male prisoners include short time in custody, remand status, psychiatric history, and prior attempts.
    • Hanging was the predominant method of suicide.
    • The findings underscore the need for enhanced suicide prevention strategies tailored to identified risk factors.

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