Abstract

The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of suicidal ideation, suicide plans and attempts among Korean adolescents. A total sample of 72,435 adolescents aged 12~18 years who responded to the 2013 Korea Youth Risk Behavior Web-based Survey (KYRBS). The prevalence of suicidal ideation, suicide plans and suicide attempts were 16.7%, 5.8% and 4.2% respectively. The suicidal ideation, suicide plan and suicide attempts significantly differed according to general characteristics. Based on study findings, prevention interventions should be tailored to specific gender, school grades, socioeconomic and psychiatric status.

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