An Unmatched Case-Control Study of Nearly Lethal Suicide Attempts in Houston, Texas: Research Methods and Measurements.

Authors :: Kresnow, Marcie-jo
Ikeda, Robin M.
Mercy, James A.
Powell, Kenneth E.
Potter, Lloyd B.
Simon, Thomas R.
Lee, Roberta K.
Frankowski, Ralph F.
Source :: Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior. suppl 2002 32(1):7-20.
Publication Year :: 2002
Abstract: This article details the research methods and measurements used in conducting a population-based, case-control study of nearly lethal suicide attempts among persons aged 13-34 years. This study was designed to extend understanding of suicidal behavior and prevention activities beyond identification of mental illnesses. Overall strengths and weaknesses of the study design are discussed. (Contains 37 references and 3 tables.) (BF)

Language :: English
ISSN :: 0363-0234
Volume :: 32
Issue :: 1
Database :: ERIC
Journal :: Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior
Publication Type :: Report
Accession number :: EJ646768
Document Type :: Information Analyses<br />Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive

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