Influence of Psychological Factors on Suicide Ideation among Malaysian and Indian Adolescent

Khan, Aqeel; Mustaffa, Mohamed Sharif; Hamdan, Abdul Rahim; Ahmad, Roslee

doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2014.07.418

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“…The results showed that there were significant correlations between depression, anxiety and stress, and suicidal ideation. Khan et al [31] investigated the influence of psychological factors on suicide ideation among Malaysian and Indian adolescents. The results showed significant differences between Malaysian and Indian adolescents in terms of hopelessness, negative effects, suicide ideation, depression and academic stress.…”

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The role of social support and spiritual wellbeing in predicting suicidal ideation among marginalized adolescents in Malaysia

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Background The high number of adolescents and young adults harbouring suicidal ideation, as reported by the Ministry of Health Malaysia, is alarming. This cross-sectional study aims to examine the association between social support and spiritual wellbeing in predicting suicidal ideation among Malaysian adolescents. Methods A total of 176 adolescents in selected urban areas in the states of Wilayah Persekutuan and Selangor were selected. The Suicide Ideation Scale (SIS) was used to measure the level of severity or tendency of suicidal ideation. The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) was used to measure the perceived social support received by the respondent while the Spiritual Wellbeing Scale (SWBS) was used to measure the religious wellbeing (RWB), the existential wellbeing (EWB) and the overall score of spiritual wellbeing (SWB). Results The study found that both RWB and EWB showed significant negative correlation with suicidal ideation. Similarly, support from family and friends also showed a negative correlation with suicidal ideation. Further analysis using multiple regressions showed that RWB and SWB, and family support predict suicidal ideation in adolescents. Conclusion Spiritual wellbeing in combination with family support plays a major role in predicting suicidal ideation. Therefore, intervention for encompassing spirituality and family support may contribute to a more positive outcome in suicidal adolescents.

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“…There are many reasons that are associated with suicidal ideations among youth, regardless of them being students or working professionals. For example, it could be caused by substance abuse, academic failures, psychological disorders, poor social and family relationships, aggression or impulsivity, risky sexual behaviors, and so on 9,11–14…”

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“…The National Suicide Registry Malaysia had compiled the statistics of suicide cases from 2007 to 2009, and it was found that suicides are committed due to school issues or intimate problems. 9 According to the National Health and Morbidity Survey conducted by the Ministry of Health Malaysia, 10 6.3% of the participants reported having suicidal ideation and the youngest age group –16–19 years old – was most disposed to suicidal thoughts, followed by the 20–24 years age group. The youth category consists of people who are still in their high schools, colleges, universities, and first jobs and are transitioning into adults.…”

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Gender differences and psychological factors associated with suicidal ideation among youth in Malaysia

Ibrahim¹,

Amit²,

Din³

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Suicide is a global phenomenon that has been showing an upward trend in recent years. It is the second leading cause of death among youth. Studies on suicidal ideation warrant greater attention, as it leads to suicide attempts and other health risk behaviors. Thus, the objective of this study was to compare gender differences in suicidal ideation and determine the predictors of suicidal ideation among youth. This cross-sectional study was carried out among 232 youths aged between 15 and 25 years from selected urban areas in Malaysia. The results showed that suicidal ideation was higher among male participants compared with female participants. Age was the predictor of suicidal ideation for males, while depression and loss of motivation, as components of hopelessness, were the predictors of suicidal ideation among females. Hence, it is important that professionals conduct early identification tests for suicidality among young people. This will facilitate the early detection of depression and hopelessness, which is important, in order to prevent suicidal behaviors or other problems before these occur.

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“…The incidence of suicidal ideation among medical students in the present study was 14.8%. Suicidal ideation refers to thoughts about suicide, that may deliberately be constructed to fail or be discovered or may fully be intended to succeed (Aqeel et al, 2014). Globally, suicide is among the top three leading causes of death in men and women aged 15 -44 years, accounting for nearly one million deaths annually (van Niekerk et al 2012).…”

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Prevalence of Depression and Associated Factors among Medical Students in a Southern Nigerian University

Chikezie¹,

Okoro²

2021

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INTRODUCTION: Medical students may be vulnerable to depression and other psychiatric morbidity. This study sought to assess the prevalence of depression and associated factors among medical students in Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. METHODS: Using a self-administered, author-developed questionnaire with adaptations from the Patient-rated version of Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI-PR) and the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS), data including socio-demographic characteristics, alcohol use/abuse, cigarette smoking, features of depression and anxiety were collected from 243 medical students in this descriptive cross-sectional study over a period of 4months. RESULTS: Of the 243 participants, 52.7% were male, mostly aged 18 to 24 years (67.1%). The incidence of depression, suicidal ideation, alcohol use, and psychoactive substance use as defined by the MINI questionnaire was 30.5%, 14.8%, 14.8%, and 9.9%, respectively. As defined by DASS 21, almost a third suffered different levels of anxiety (29.6%), and less than one-fifth reported different levels of stress (17.7%). Female gender and year of study showed a significant association with the diagnosis of depression (X2=15.75;p–0.008). Living arrangement (X2=11.43;p–0.022), perception of accommodation condition (X2=16.35;p–0.001), academic performance (X2=18.02;p–0.001), and experience of academic failure (X2=5.13;p–0.023) all had a significant relationship with depression among the study population. CONCLUSION: Prevalence of depression among medical students is high; its diagnosis showed a significant association with female gender, year of study, and perception of social and academic factors. Several comorbid psychiatric conditions may coexist with depression among medical students; therefore, the approach to their mental health should be holistic with attention paid to associated factors and psychiatric comorbidities.

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Influence of Psychological Factors on Suicide Ideation among Malaysian and Indian Adolescent

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The role of social support and spiritual wellbeing in predicting suicidal ideation among marginalized adolescents in Malaysia

The role of social support and spiritual wellbeing in predicting suicidal ideation among marginalized adolescents in Malaysia

Gender differences and psychological factors associated with suicidal ideation among youth in Malaysia

Prevalence of Depression and Associated Factors among Medical Students in a Southern Nigerian University

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