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Journal of Undergraduate Research at Minnesota State University, Mankato
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Risk Factors Of Suicidal Phenomenon: Prevention And Intervention, Lisa M. Meyer
Risk Factors Of Suicidal Phenomenon: Prevention And Intervention, Lisa M. Meyer
Journal of Undergraduate Research at Minnesota State University, Mankato
Around the world suicide has caused more deaths per year than homicide or war (World Health Organization, 2002). Suicidal attempts (the person survives) and suicidal ideation (thinking seriously about suicide) are others dimensions of the suicide phenomenon. A number of risk factors have been considered as factors contributing to the increased likelihood of suicidal ideation, attempts, and completions. Sociological (external) factors and psychological (internal) factors have been considered in increasing suicidal risk. Beyond the individual factors research has also explained the family, social, and community aspects of the suicidal phenomenon. Helping professionals planning suicide intervention and prevention strategies need to …