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Suicide and Perpetrators of Intimate Partner Violence: Insights from the Queensland Suicide Register 2000–2017

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This study examined Queensland Suicide Register cases from 2000 to 2017 involving histories of intimate partner violence (IPV). Overall, 629 individuals, representing 14.7% of suicides, had perpetrated or were alleged to have perpetrated IPV. Most were men (92.7%), and Indigenous peoples were overrepresented (18.3%). Many had communicated suicidal intent (61.4%) or sought mental healthcare before death (43.9%). Autopsies commonly showed substance misuse, including alcohol, prescription, and illicit drugs. Key antecedents included domestic violence orders, receiving legal documents, and relationship conflict or separation. Factor analysis revealed three themes: chronic mental illness, youth with untreated drug use, and legal proceeding with long-term separation.

Source: Violence Against Women

DOI: 10.1177/10778012261443479

Authors: Kirsty Smith, Mark R. Kebbell, Rebecca A. Howard

Institution: Griffith University

Language: English

Topic: Intimate Partner and Family Violence

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Good health and well-being, Gender equality

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,650