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Characteristics & Precipitating Circumstances of Suicide Among Children Aged 5 to 11 Years in the US

  • Dec 17, 2021
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Key takeaway: "Findings revealed childhood suicide was associated with numerous risk factors accumulated over time, and suggest a progression toward suicidal behavior, especially for youth with a history of psychopathology and suicidal behavior. An argument between the child and a family member and/or disciplinary action was often a precipitating circumstance of the suicide."

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