Risk factors for deliberate self-harm in young people in rural Sri Lanka: a prospective cohort study of 22,000 individuals

<strong>Background:</strong> Over 90% of youth suicide deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Despite this relatively little is known about risk factors in this context. <br> <strong>Aims:</strong> Investigate risk factors for deliberate self-harm (non-fatal)...

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Main Authors: Fernando, K, Jayamamanna, S, Weerasinghe, M, Priyadarshana, C, Rohan, R, Pearson, M, Gunnell, D, Dawson, A, Hawton, K, Konradsen, F, Eddleston, M, Metcalfe, C, Knipe, D
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Sri Lanka Medical Association 2021