Abstract

Negative Life Events Associated With Deliberate Self-harm in an African Population in Uganda

Kinyanda E~~Hjelmeland H~~et al.

Year: 2005 Source: Crisis, v.26, no.1, (2005), p.4-11 SIEC No: 20051998

Negative life events associated with deliberate self-harm were investigated in Kampala, Uganda by interviewing parents who were admitted at 3 general hospitals. The parents were interviewed by using a version of the European Parasuicide Study Interview Schedule I. The results show that time period & negative life events are associated with deliberate self-harm. In conclusion, life events appear to be important factors in deliberate self-harm in this cultural environment. (41 refs.)(CH)