Published in the SSM – Mental Health journal, the study examined the prevalence of suicidal ideation and suicide attempts, as well as factors associated with increased suicide risk.
A new study led by researchers at the University of Cape Town (UCT) has found a high prevalence of suicidal thoughts and behaviours among adults attending public-sector primary healthcare facilities in Cape Town.
Published in the SSM – Mental Health journal, the study examined the prevalence of suicidal ideation and suicide attempts, as well as factors associated with increased suicide risk.
The research was led by Dr Mpho Tlali from UCT’s Centre for Integrated Data & Epidemiological Research in the School of Public Health. The study was conducted in collaboration with researchers from UCT, the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC), Stellenbosch University, the University of Bern in Switzerland and the University of Munich in Germany.
Researchers recruited 613 adults aged 18 and older attending three public-sector primary healthcare facilities in Cape Town. Participants completed psychiatric diagnostic interviews and assessments covering sociodemographic characteristics, exposure to violence, perceived stress and HIV status.
