Suicide Prevention Strategies to Protect Young Women at Risk

Yadiyal, Aruna; Chandra, Prabha S.

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-62613-6_18

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“…25 It appears from reports that mood disorders may be related to poisoning in pregnant women, and early screening for mood symptoms, and advice on keeping the home environment safe must be a priority for field maternal health workers. 30,43 Most studies found OTC drug use for self-harm was predominantly seen among women 22,23,44 and health education targeting young females in academic institutions and workplaces could be a successful method to minimize future poisonings. 45 Comorbid psychiatric illnesses such as depression, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, generalized anxiety disorder, and bipolar affective disorder were associated with OTC drug use for suicidal behavior.…”

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“…According to an American study, approximately half of all poisoning suicide attempts among pregnant women caused by nonopioid analgesics purchased over‐the‐counter were intentional and not due to lack of awareness 25 . It appears from reports that mood disorders may be related to poisoning in pregnant women, and early screening for mood symptoms, and advice on keeping the home environment safe must be a priority for field maternal health workers 30,43 . Most studies found OTC drug use for self‐harm was predominantly seen among women 22,23,44 and health education targeting young females in academic institutions and workplaces could be a successful method to minimize future poisonings 45 …”

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confidence: 99%

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Over‐the‐counter drug use in suicidal/self‐harm behavior: Scoping review

Shoib

Patel

Khan

et al. 2022

Health Science Reports

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Background and aims: Minor physical ailments are treated with over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The availability of OTC drugs helps reduce waiting times and ease the suffering of many. Suicidal behavior includes suicidal ideation, attempts, and completed suicides and affects people of all ages, religions, and cultures. This study aims to review use of OTC drugs for self-harm and suicidal attempts.Methods: We reviewed English language publications from the beginning of time to October 2021 on OTC drug use for suicidal behavior.Results: Twenty-seven studies met the eligibility criteria, and 1,816,228 participants were reported in these publications. OTC analgesics and sedatives/hypnotics were frequently used for suicidal behavior. Females and young people mainly were reported to self-harm using OTC medications. An increase in OTC analgesic use for self-harm in adolescents during the school months was reported. Elderly persons use hypnotics more frequently for suicidal attempts. Persons with major psychiatric disorders were reported to use OTC for suicidal behavior. Conclusion:The available information shows that the prevention strategies should focus on OTC analgesics and hypnotic use among women, the young, the elderly, and persons with mental health disorders.

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