Self-reported history of parasuicide was analyzed with respect to use of intoxicants in a sample of 12,000 Norwegian adolescents. The proportion of parasuicides was 8.3%, being higher among girls & among those living without both parents, & it increased with age, with use of intoxicants, depression, & loneliness. Findings are discussed with reference to the impact of intoxication & risk-taking behaviour. (36 refs.)