Journal article
Examining Student Perspectives On Suicidal Behaviour and Its Prevention in Sri Lanka
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Suicidal behaviour, primarily through self-poisoning, is a major public health problem among youth in Sri Lanka.
METHODS: This article describes a qualitative study of student perspectives on suicidal behaviour and its prevention. Focus groups were held with students 17-20 years of age. A discussion of the perceived causes of suicidal behaviour provided the context for discussing prevention efforts.
Authors
Ratnayake R; Links P
Journal
International Journal of Social Psychiatry, Vol. 55, No. 5, pp. 387–400
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Publication Date
9 2009
DOI
10.1177/0020764008098699
ISSN
0020-7640