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Geographical Differences in Completed Suicides in 2003 by Gender in Turkey

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: Objective: To determine the gender differences between in terms of the method and reason of suicide. Methodology: The suicidal proportions in seven regions of Turkey by sexes were compared according to three different age groups. The data were evaluated by Loglinear analysis. Results: Suicide rates were higher in women in the region East Anatolia (P<0.01). It was found that suicide by hanging was the most commonly used method in all the regions (P<0.001). Committing suicide by hanging (P<0.01) and using firearms (P<0.001) were higher in men, whereas, committing suicide by taking chemical was higher in women (P<0.001). Conclusion: Gender differences in suicidal behavior in this study clearly merit further research to generate information that can guide clinical practice and prevention strategies.

Source: Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences

Authors: Çınar Yenilmez, Setenay Öner, Ünal Ayrancı, Yasemin Kılıç, Gülcan Güleç

Language: English

Topic: Suicide and Self-Harm Studies

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Gender equality

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $400

OpenAlex ID: W2122807308

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