A study of suicide rates in Thailand in 1990.

ABSTRACT

The suicide rates in Thailand in 1990 were studied from death certificates. There were 3,323 suicides, suicide a rate was of 5.9/100,000 or 1.4% of death in Thailand. More men committed suicide than women (1.81). The highest rate occurred among 15-25-year-olds of both sexes. The suicide rate among 56-65-year-olds was higher than in the 46-55-year-olds and over 65-year-olds. More single people committed suicide than married ones. More single males committed suicide than single females (2.181). (Fore the place of birth and death) people from northern provinces committed suicide more often than those from southern provinces. There were no significant differences in the frequency of suicide according t month of year or an occupation. More suicides were discovered by close relatives than by officials. Hanging is the most common suicide method. Poisoning and firearms are also common methods. The findings showed that methods of suicide were more violent and effective than in the past.