An observational analysis of suicidal deaths during COVID 19 pandemic lockdown at Lucknow, India

ABSTRACT

COVID 19 Pandemic has affected the global population.. In this paper we have tried to study the possible contributing factors to suicides along with the demographic data of people committing suicides. Aim of the study-to analyse the role and magnitude of severity of these factors contributing to suicides and devising possible strategies to help the vulnerable groups to cope with such situations in future. Material &methods-We had conducted an observational analysis of suicidal deaths which occurred in Lucknow during the Lockdown period in India. Observations-A total 59 suicides were reported in Lucknow during the lockdown period of 69 days. Majority of suicides were done by Hanging (93.2%), Economic factors accounted for 49.2%, domestic conflicts 23.7%, psychological and emotional factors (27.1%). Conclusion-we should try to develop strategies and appropriate and timely interventions to eliminate the contributing predisposing factors to suicide. © 2020, Institute of Medico-Legal Publications. All rights reserved.