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Association between epilepsy and attempted suicide.

Year: 1980

Type: article

Abstract: In a two-year study of patients admitted to hospital after deliberate self-poisoning or self-injury, a fivefold excess of patients with epilepsy was found compared with general population prevalence rates. Males with epilepsy were particularly over-represented. Patients with epilepsy were prone to make repeat attempts. Anticonvulsants, particularly barbiturates, were used in most cases of self poisoning.

Source: Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry

DOI: 10.1136/jnnp.43.2.168

Authors: K Hawton, J Fagg, P Marsack

Institutions: Warneford Hospital, University of Oxford

Language: English

Topic: Suicide and Self-Harm Studies

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2149170641