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Influence of Religion on Attitude Towards Suicide: An Indian Perspective

Authors: Rohini Thimmaiah, Vijayalakshmi Poreddi, Rajalakshmi Ramu, Sugavana Selvi, Suresh Bada Math

Published in: Journal of Religion and Health | Issue 6/2016

Abstract

This cross-sectional survey was aimed to compare attitudes towards suicide and suicidal behaviour among randomly selected sample (N = 172) belonged to Hindu and Muslim religions. Data were collected through face-to-face interview. Hindus differed from Muslims regarding suicidal attempts among family (χ ² = 12.356, p < .002) and community members (χ ² = 20.425, p < .000). Our study also showed that suicidal behaviours were comparatively low among Muslim participants than Hindus. Further, Muslims hold more negative attitudes towards suicide than Hindus. An enhanced understanding of attitudes towards suicide among general population may be crucial to plan educational, intervention and prevention programs.

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Title: Influence of Religion on Attitude Towards Suicide: An Indian Perspective
Authors: Rohini Thimmaiah
Vijayalakshmi Poreddi
Rajalakshmi Ramu
Sugavana Selvi
Suresh Bada Math
Publication date: 01-12-2016
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Religion and Health / Issue 6/2016
Print ISSN: 0022-4197
Electronic ISSN: 1573-6571
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-016-0213-z

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