Suicidal Behavior in South Asians in the UK
- 1 May 2002
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Hogrefe Publishing Group in Crisis: The Journal of Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention
- Vol. 23 (3), 108-113
- https://doi.org/10.1027//0227-5910.23.3.108
Abstract
Summary: Rates of deliberate self-harm have been reported to be higher among South Asians, especially women, in the UK. Two studies collected information on inception rates of deliberate self-harm in the UK and reported that rates of attempted suicide are much higher among South Asian women especially those aged 18-24. These rates are associated with high rates of cultural alienation and previous attempts. The implications of cultural conflict are discussed in this context. In addition, a hypothetical model of interrelationship of factors for both adults and adolescents is described.Keywords
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