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Suicide pacts

L Vijayakumar1, N Thilothammal

  • 1VHS in Kotturpuram, Madras, India.

Crisis
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
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This study analyzed 148 suicide pacts in Tamil Nadu, India, finding social stressors like financial and marriage issues were primary causes. Women were disproportionately represented among the 324 individuals involved in these tragic events.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Suicide pacts are a complex phenomenon with varying demographics and contributing factors across cultures.
  • Understanding the specific social and economic drivers within different populations is crucial for targeted prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the characteristics and causes of suicide pacts within the Indian population of Tamil Nadu.
  • To compare findings with international data on suicide pacts.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of police records from Tamil Nadu, India.
  • Identification and review of 148 suicide pacts involving 324 individuals.
  • Statistical comparison with general population demographics.

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Main Results:

  • A total of 148 suicide pacts involving 324 individuals were identified.
  • Women constituted a higher proportion of deaths than expected based on general population figures.
  • Principal causes identified were social stressors, including financial difficulties and marriage-related problems.

Conclusions:

  • Social and economic factors significantly contribute to suicide pacts in this Indian population.
  • The higher mortality rate among women warrants further investigation and targeted interventions.
  • Findings highlight cultural variations in suicide pacts compared to Western and other Eastern countries.