Psychosocial Predictors and Correlates of Suicidality in Teenage Latino Males

Multiple ecodevelopmental factors were tested as they influence suicidality in a community sample of Latino adolescent males. Risk factors tested included childhood maltreatment, parental alcohol-related problems, and polysubstance problems. Protective factors included general self-efficacy, social...

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Published in:Hispanic journal of behavioral sciences 2005-08, Vol.27 (3), p.319-336
Main Authors: Locke, Thomas F., Newcomb, Michael D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescents
Child Abuse
Emotional abuse
Families & family life
Family Influence
Hispanic Americans
Males
Predictor Variables
Prevention
Psychological Patterns
Risk
Risk factors
Self Efficacy
Sexual Abuse
Substance Abuse
Suicide
Suicides & suicide attempts
Teenagers
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Summary:Multiple ecodevelopmental factors were tested as they influence suicidality in a community sample of Latino adolescent males. Risk factors tested included childhood maltreatment, parental alcohol-related problems, and polysubstance problems. Protective factors included general self-efficacy, social conformity, and family bonding. Male participants (N = 349) were recruited from the Los Angeles area. About 80% of the sample reported some suicidal ideation, and 26% reported a history of at least one suicide attempt. The strongest protective factor for suicidality was problem-solving confidence, followed by a good relationship with parents and being law abiding. The strongest risk factor for suicidality was emotional abuse, followed by hard drug use, mother’s alcohol-related problems, and sexual abuse. Broad-based theories, research, treatment, and prevention efforts are critical to implement with this population.
ISSN:0739-9863
1552-6364
DOI:10.1177/0739986305276745