Relationship between impulsivity and suicide among the rural elderly in China: a case-control psychological autopsy study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The relationship between impulsivity and suicide is inconsistent in different populations. Hence, the relationship between impulsivity and suicide still needs to be studied among the elderly population. The present study intends to explore the relationship between impulsivity and suicide among the rural Chinese elderly.

Methods

A case-control psychological autopsy study was conducted from February 1, 2014 to December 18, 2015 among rural residents over the age of 60 who died by suicide. The sample consisted of 242 suicides as the case group and 242 living individuals as the control group. Data on demographic characteristics, impulsivity, previous history of suicide attempts, social support, negative life events, and suicidal behavior were collected.

Results

SUBMITTER: Zhou Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8323593 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature