@article{ref1,
title="Correlates of suicidal intent in attempted suicide",
journal="Hong Kong journal of psychiatry",
year="2005",
author="Chandrasekaran, R. and Gnanaselane, J.",
volume="15",
number="4",
pages="118-121+140",
abstract="OBJECTIVE: The purpose of the present study was to assess the correlates of suicidal intent of subjects in a South Indian population following their first suicide attempt. <br><br>PATIENTS AND METHODS: The sample subjects were selected from those who were admitted to emergency medical services of a tertiary care hospital. The study was conducted for a period of 1 year. The study protocol involved the use of standardised criteria and instruments to conduct the interview. <br><br>RESULTS: Gender, marital status, and employment status had no significant impact on suicidal intent. Age and the presence of a mental disorder were found to be linked to suicidal intent. Lethality and suicidal intent were also closely related. Hopelessness and depression emerged as the key determinants of suicidal intent. <br><br>CONCLUSION: The study confirms the influence of hopelessness and depression on suicide intent in a population culturally different from those in the West. © 2005 Hong Kong College of Psychiatrists.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1026-2121",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}