@article{ref1,
title="Socio-demographic and clinical characteristics of patients who attempt suicide: a hospital-based study from Eastern India",
journal="East Asian archives of psychiatry",
year="2016",
author="Halder, S. and Mahato, A. K.",
volume="26",
number="3",
pages="98-103",
abstract="INTRODUCTION: Suicide has become an important public health concern with a high number of deaths and increasing number of attempted suicides every year. There are multiple factors that underlie a suicide attempt. Although mental illness and severe stress have long been known to be associated with suicide, socio-demographic and clinical characteristics of those attempting suicide can also provide indications of suicidal intent. The present study aimed to explore the socio-demographic and clinical characteristics of patients in Kolkata, India who attempted suicide. <br><br>METHODS: Consecutive patients (n = 100) with failed suicide attempt who were referred to the psychiatry department of 2 multispecialty hospitals in Kolkata were included in the study. Their socio-demographic details and clinical characteristics were recorded. Suicidal intent and depressive symptoms were assessed and psychosocial risk factors were identified following detailed clinical interview. <br><br>RESULTS: Suicide attempt was more frequent among younger female patients. Reaction to stress was the most common risk factor. The majority of attempts were impulsive in nature rather than planned. <br><br>CONCLUSION: Young adults under stress are more vulnerable. Early identification of such individuals and psychosocial support to prevent suicidal ideation is vital.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="2078-9947",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}