In this exploratory study, variables were analysed for their ability to discriminate between 20 inmates who admitted to attempting suicide & 20 inmates who claimed not to have attempted suicide. Those who admitted to attempting suicide while in prison had significantly higher scores on measures of the number of stressful situations reported, depression, hopelessness, impulsiveness, & “escape/avoidance” coping. Because of the small sample size & methodology used, results are considered tentative.