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Publication Date: 2005
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Psychosocial Predictors and Correlates of Suicidality in Teenage Latino Males
Locke, Thomas F.; Newcomb, Michael D.
Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences, v27 n3 p319-336 2005
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, mothers alcohol-related problems, and sexual abuse. Broad-based theories, research, treatment, and prevention efforts are critical to implement with this population.
Descriptors: Substance Abuse, Prevention, Self Efficacy, Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Risk, Males, Suicide, Psychological Patterns, Predictor Variables, Hispanic Americans, Adolescents, Family Influence
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