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Peer reviewedOsgood, Nancy J. – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 1992
Explored environmental factors related to suicide in 463 long-term care facilities. Staff turnover, size, auspices, and per diem cost related to suicidal behavior and deaths from suicide. More suicides occurred in larger facilities and facilities with higher staff turnover. Religious or "other" facilities experienced more suicidal deaths than…
Descriptors: Environmental Influences, Institutionalized Persons, Long Term Care, Nursing Homes
Peer reviewedOsgood, Nancy J.; Brant, Barbara A. – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 1990
Surveyed administrators of 463 long-term care facilities concerning overt suicides and intentional life-threatening behaviors. Data revealed that White males were highest risk group. Refusal to eat, drink, or take medications were most common suicidal behaviors. Depression, loneliness, feelings of family rejection, and loss were significant…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Depression (Psychology), Family Relationship, Institutionalized Persons
