Demographic profile of patients and risk factors associated with suicidal behaviour in a South African district hospital
Background: Suicidal behaviour comprises self-destructive thoughts coupled with attempts at suicide, which negatively impacts the patient, family, friends, and their community. There is a paucity of data on factors influencing suicidal thoughts and behaviour in South Africa. The aim of this study wa...
Main Authors: | Aneeth Sadanand, Selvandran Rangiah, Rolan Chetty |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2021-10-01
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Series: | South African Family Practice |
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Online Access: | https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/5330 |
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