The Demographic Distribution of Suicide in Riverside County Between 1965 and 1969

The demographic distribution of completed suicides in Riverside County from January, 1965 to December, 1969 was studied, the primary focus being an analysis of psycho-socio-cultural characteristics of those who committed suicide during this period. The data is compared with that from major studies in Los Angeles & San Francisco. Numerous statistical graphs & tables are presented along with appendices regarding aspects of the study itself. Suggestions for the coroner’s investigation are given.