Risk factors of suicide attempt in adolescents, Pinar del Río
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RISK FACTORS, SUICIDE, ADOLESCENT.Abstract
An observational, analytical case-control study was carried out with the purpose of identifying the risk factors related to suicide attempt in adolescents in Pinar del Rio municipality from January to June 2009. The target group was comprised of the total population from 10 to 19 years old with suicide attempts; the sample consisted of 36 cases vs. 72 controls, chosen by a matching of 1:2, individual and familial risks factors associated with suicide attempt were analyzed as well. Data were obtained by means of the application of a questionnaire designed by the author of the study, the association between the risk factors and suicide attempt was determined using chi square test and the reason of crossed products ratio by punctual estimation and by confidence intervals; among the main results a significant statistical association to suicide attempt was found and the following risk factors: presence of mental disorders in adolescents (depression), mental retardation, schooling difficulties, involuntary boarding school and history of suicide attempt in other family members.Downloads
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