Citation

Feijó RB, Raupp APG, John B. J. Bras. Psiquiatr. 1999; 48(4): 151-157.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1999, Instituto De Psiquiatria)

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Abstract

The increase in the number of suicide attempts and suicide in adolescents has intensified the search for possible risk factors that would lead to such outcomes. Currently, among these factors, the stressful life events stand out. The present paper, based in national and international articles, emphasizes the stressful life events and their many interrelations. The early identification of such events and the immediate treatment administration will give a better approach and a more suitable handling of youths in this situation.

Language: pt

Keywords

Adolescent; Stressful life events; Suicidal behavior; Suicide attempt