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Suicidal deaths in elementary school students in Korea
Minha Hong1, Han Nah Cho2, Ah Reum Kim2
1Department of Psychiatry, Myongji Hospital, Seonam University, College of Medicine, Goyang, Republic of Korea.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health
|October 13, 2017
Summary
Childhood suicide deaths among Korean elementary students are an alarming trend. Early suicide prevention strategies are crucial, particularly within school environments.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
- Child Psychology
Background:
- Childhood suicide is a significant public health concern.
- Data on elementary school student suicides in Korea from 2011-2015 is limited.
- Understanding trends in early-life suicide is vital for prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize childhood suicidal deaths in Korean elementary school students.
- To analyze the period between 2011 and 2015 for suicide trends.
- To identify key demographic and methodological factors in these cases.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of suicide case reports.
- Analysis of data submitted to the Ministry of Education by teachers.
- Focus on elementary school students (grades 1-6).
Main Results:
- 19 cases of suicidal deaths among elementary students were identified (12 boys, 7 girls).
- The youngest victim was a third-grade student.
- Jumping from heights was the most common method (12 cases), with most suicides occurring at home (12 cases).
Conclusions:
- The study reveals a concerning pattern of early suicidal deaths in elementary school children.
- Highlights the critical need for proactive suicide prevention initiatives.
- Emphasizes the role of schools in identifying and supporting at-risk students.
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