Descriptive Differences Between Black and White Suicide Attempters

Hickman, Lillian C.

doi:10.3109/01612848409140900

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“…An examination of precipitating factors revealed that loss or threatened loss of a significant person was the most commonly reported precipitant of suicidal behavior among African Americans (93%) (Bush, 1978). Similarly, Hickman (1984) found that girlfriend or boyfriend problems ranked as the most prevalent precipitating event (28.6%), followed by family problems (25.2%) and marital problems (13.2%). Based on these findings, it has been argued that reconciliation with, or replacement of, a lost relationship with a significant person in one's life may be an effective form of therapeutic assistance for suicidal African Americans (Bush, 1978).…”

Section: Adultsmentioning

confidence: 89%

Suicidal behavior in African American individuals: Current status and future directions.

Chance

Kaslow²,

Summerville³

et al. 1998

Cultural Diversity and Mental Health

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Historically, the rates of completed suicide among African American individuals have been relatively low. However, the past 50 years have witnessed a significant rise in suicide rates among this population. In an effort to understand this trend, this article reviews relevant demographic data and empirical and clinical findings regarding the clinical presentations of suicidal behavior among African Americans across the life span. The major psychodynamic, psychosocial, and sociocultural theories offered as explanations for the incidence and nature of suicidal behavior among African Americans also are discussed. It is hoped that this systematic review will lead to more meaningful empirical investigations of the myriad factors associated with the unfortunate increase in suicidal behaviors in this population.

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Section: Adultsmentioning

confidence: 89%

Suicidal behavior in African American individuals: Current status and future directions.

Chance

Kaslow²,

Summerville³

et al. 1998

Cultural Diversity and Mental Health

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“…Social isolation, support, and integration are proven factors for suicide among African Americans (Juon & Ensminger, 1997; Swanson & Breed, 1976). Low levels of social support and integration are indicators of higher vulnerability to depression and suicide (Hickman, 1984). African Americans tend to be socially integrated into their family, both immediate and extended (Baker, 1990; Davis, 1980a; Dressler, 1985).…”

Section: Literature Review and Hypothesesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Uncovering the Mystery: Factors of African American Suicide

Willis

Coombs

Drentea

et al. 2003

Suicide & Life Threat Behav

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Traditionally, African Americans have registered lower rates of suicide than other ethnic groups. In the last 20 years this pattern has changed, particularly among young African Americans. To date, the research conducted regarding this phenomenon has been limited for a variety of reasons and previous research has been inconclusive in determining risk factors of African American suicide. The purpose of this paper is to identify risk and protective factors specific to African American suicide. To determine the factors, the 1993 National Mortality Follow‐back Survey was analyzed. The risk factors identified include being under age 35, southern and northeastern residence, cocaine use, firearm presence in home, and threatening others with violence. Some of the protective factors associated with African American suicide include rural residence and educational attainment. These results provide valuable information about completed African American suicides in relation to Whites. Several of these factors are unique to African Americans.

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“…3. Southern region-Black suicide rates tend to be lower in the south and in areas with less racial integration (Hickman, 1984;Lester, 1990-91;Shaffer, Gould, & Hicks, 1994).…”

Section: Protective Factors In African-american Suicidementioning

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8 African‐American Suicide: A Cultural Paradox

Gibbs

1997

Suicide & Life Threat Behav

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African‐American suicide rates have traditionally been lower than White rates despite a legacy of racial discrimination, persistent poverty, social isolation, and lack of community resources. This paper focuses on four issues: (1) patterns and trends of Black suicide across the lifespan; (2) risk and protective factors in subgroups of Blacks; (3) the influence of cultural factors on suicide patterns of Blacks; and (4) implications of these patterns for prevention and early intervention of suicidal behavior among African Americans. Risk factors for Black suicide include: male sex, early adulthood, substance abuse, psychiatric disorders, family or interpersonal conflict, antisocial behavior, and homosexuality. Protective factors that mitigate the risks of suicide include religiosity, older age, southern residence, and social support. Implications for preventive policies and programs are discussed to counter the recent trend of rising suicide rates among adolescents and very elderly Blacks.

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Descriptive Differences Between Black and White Suicide Attempters

Cited by 6 publications

References 18 publications

Suicidal behavior in African American individuals: Current status and future directions.

Suicidal behavior in African American individuals: Current status and future directions.

Uncovering the Mystery: Factors of African American Suicide

8 African‐American Suicide: A Cultural Paradox

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