Frontiers in Psychology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: Oct. 5, 2022
Age-adjusted
suicide
rates
declined
from
2018
to
2020.
However,
among
older
adults,
particularly
males
75
and
older,
have
continued
rise,
the
evidence
base
for
effective
interventions
prevent
in
late
life
remains
limited.
One
strategy
adults’
suicidal
behavior
is
intervene
when
they
reveal
intent.
Previous
research
found
that
a
significant
proportion
of
decedents
disclosed
their
intent
close
fatal
incident.
In
this
study,
based
on
2017–2019
United
States
National
Violent
Death
Reporting
System
(NVDRS)
data,
we
examined:
(1)
correlates
disclosure
three
age
groups
(65–74,
75–84,
85+)
(
N
=
17,917;
14,856
men
3,061
women);
(2)
associations
means
with
contributing
factors.
The
results
show
19.9%
all
aged
65+
(18.7%,
21.0%,
22.0%
65–74,
85+
groups,
respectively)
partner,
family/friends,
healthcare
providers
within
month
death.
Multivariable
analyses
using
generalized
linear
models
Poisson
distribution
log
link
showed
physical
mental
health,
substance
misuse,
addiction
problems,
relationship/other
stressors
were
associated
higher
likelihood
65–74
75–84
groups.
only
health
problems
those
85
older.
Intent
was
not
firearms
poisoning
as
but
lower
hanging
or
suffocation.
Mental
misuse
odds
suffocation
poisoning,
male
sex
group
firearm
use.
Suicide
prevention
strategies
who
are
at
risk
should
include
more
patient-centered
comfort
palliative
care,
health/substance
misuse/addiction
treatment,
restriction
access
potential
means.
More
adults
disclose
late-life
needed.
IntechOpen eBooks,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 17, 2024
With
advancing
age,
older
adults
are
usually
faced
with
psychological
challenges
as
a
result
of
intense
feelings
loneliness,
anxiety,
and
loss,
leading
to
depression
and,
consequently,
suicidal
ideations.
Depression
is
mood
disorder
that
causes
persistent
feeling
sadness
loss
interest,
which
erodes
quality
life,
negatively
affecting
the
health
well-being
adults.
Suicidal
thoughts
ideas
occur
depressed
people
in
an
attempt
find
long-term
solution
their
problems.
The
adult
population
has
notably
high
prevalence
However,
adequate
social
support,
relationships,
networks,
early
medical
interventions,
etc.,
have
been
found
be
important
factors
influencing
thoughts.
This
chapter
examines
ideations
among
relation
prevalence,
causes,
role
support
physical
activity
possible
management
strategies.
Studies
reported
recommended
major
diagnosis
treatment
means
lowering
risk
suicide.
Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 4, 2024
Abstract
Introduction.
Suicide
increases
with
age;
the
rate
of
death
by
suicide
in
people
over
70
years
age
is
twice
that
aged
15-49.
Currently
30.96%
population
64
have
functional
limitations
and
perceived
social
support
decreases
significantly
at
this
stage.
Exposure
to
these
factors
appears
be
exacerbated
living
residential
care,
yet
research
remains
scarce.
We
analysed
suicidal
ideation
associated
such
as
depression,
support,
cognitive
decline
older
adults
nursing
homes.
Methods.
Multicentre
study
126
participants
65
years,
mean
81.35
(SD=
9.31)
65.6%
are
women.
Results.
Suicidal
was
found
57.1%
participants.
Depression,
low
presence
mild
impairment
were
Discussion.
The
results
obtained
highlight
need
focus
dynamics
interventions
homes
on
emotional
aspects,
which
can
help
prevent
even
detect
behaviour.
Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
91, P. 102403 - 102403
Published: Aug. 1, 2022
In
a
setting
with
restrictive
firearm
laws,
prevention
of
deaths
is
challenging.
Around
100
suicides
occur
annually
in
Sweden,
representing
the
most
common
manner
death
from
use.
order
to
explore
possible
correlation
between
and
availability,
legality
possession,
demographic
geographical
factors,
all
Sweden
among
adults
during
years
2016-2017
were
studied.
Data
collected
National
Board
Forensic
Medicine
Swedish
Police.
total,
221
found.
Most
victims
male
(99%)
half
(49%)
≥65
old.
Firearm
suicide
rates
positively
correlated
ownership
counties.
Legal
firearms
(80%)
long-barreled
(76%)
predominated
overall
material,
but
illegal
young
(18-29
years)
urban
areas.
Prevention
work
needs
emphasize
strategies
reach
owners
at
risk
suicide.
Local
health
healthcare-related
as
well
geographic
should
be
considered
tailoring
such
strategies.
Frontiers in Psychology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: Oct. 5, 2022
Age-adjusted
suicide
rates
declined
from
2018
to
2020.
However,
among
older
adults,
particularly
males
75
and
older,
have
continued
rise,
the
evidence
base
for
effective
interventions
prevent
in
late
life
remains
limited.
One
strategy
adults’
suicidal
behavior
is
intervene
when
they
reveal
intent.
Previous
research
found
that
a
significant
proportion
of
decedents
disclosed
their
intent
close
fatal
incident.
In
this
study,
based
on
2017–2019
United
States
National
Violent
Death
Reporting
System
(NVDRS)
data,
we
examined:
(1)
correlates
disclosure
three
age
groups
(65–74,
75–84,
85+)
(
N
=
17,917;
14,856
men
3,061
women);
(2)
associations
means
with
contributing
factors.
The
results
show
19.9%
all
aged
65+
(18.7%,
21.0%,
22.0%
65–74,
85+
groups,
respectively)
partner,
family/friends,
healthcare
providers
within
month
death.
Multivariable
analyses
using
generalized
linear
models
Poisson
distribution
log
link
showed
physical
mental
health,
substance
misuse,
addiction
problems,
relationship/other
stressors
were
associated
higher
likelihood
65–74
75–84
groups.
only
health
problems
those
85
older.
Intent
was
not
firearms
poisoning
as
but
lower
hanging
or
suffocation.
Mental
misuse
odds
suffocation
poisoning,
male
sex
group
firearm
use.
Suicide
prevention
strategies
who
are
at
risk
should
include
more
patient-centered
comfort
palliative
care,
health/substance
misuse/addiction
treatment,
restriction
access
potential
means.
More
adults
disclose
late-life
needed.
