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Firearms and youth suicide.

J H Boyd, E K Mościcki

    American Journal of Public Health
    |October 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Firearm suicide rates among youth aged 10-24 have significantly increased, rising from 2.3 to 5.5 per 100,000 between 1933 and 1982. This surge, particularly since 1970, contrasts with non-firearm suicide rates and correlates with increased civilian firearm ownership.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Criminology

    Background:

    • Youth suicide rates represent a significant public health concern.
    • Firearm availability has been linked to suicide outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze trends in firearm suicide rates among adolescents and young adults.
    • To compare firearm suicide rates with non-firearm suicide rates in the same demographic.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of suicide data for individuals aged 10-24.
    • Time-series analysis to identify trends from 1933 to 1982.
    • Correlation analysis with firearm ownership data.

    Main Results:

    • Firearm suicide rates for ages 10-24 increased from 2.3 (1933) to 5.5 (1982) per 100,000.
    • Non-firearm suicide rates for this group rose minimally from 2.5 to 3.3.
    • The most significant increase in firearm suicides occurred post-1970, especially in males aged 15-24.
    • A rise in civilian firearm numbers was observed during the 1960s and 1970s.

    Conclusions:

    • Firearm suicide rates among young people have disproportionately increased compared to other methods.
    • The rise in firearm suicides since 1970 may be associated with increased firearm availability.
    • Further research into firearm access and youth suicide prevention is warranted.

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