Abstract
PurposeThis study aimed to investigate the factors that affect suicidal ideation among middle–aged Korean women in an urban–rural province. MethodsThis study used a convenience sample consisting of 196 middle–aged Korean women who live in Gyeonggi Province. Data were collected between November 2013 and January 2014. ResultsThere were significant correlations among social relationships (r=−.18, p=.013), previous experiences of violence (r=.15, p=.032), subjective happiness (r=−.36, p<.001), depression (r=.44, p<.001), and suicidal ideation. Economic status, subjective happiness, and depression were found to have an effect on suicidal ideation (R2=.26). ConclusionsThe study's results demonstrate that there needs to be greater focus on middle-aged women when considering mental health interventions in rural areas of Korea. The results may also contribute to the development of improved interventions for psychological health care.
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