Alcohol-Related Suicides: On Location
October 1st, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Headline
A large percentage of those who commit suicide each year do so while experiencing the effects of alcohol dependence, a mental health and behavioral concern which can engender great feelings of powerlessness and have a negative impact on many areas of life. Recently, a study conducted by the Prevention Research Center and Texas A & M University has sought to investigate any links between the density of bars and other alcohol “outlets” and suicide rates. While there was some correlation between these factors, researchers found that rural areas had higher rates of alcohol-related suicide. The study may prove useful in efforts to combat alcohol dependence and suicide.
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2 comments so far
So does this mean that there really is no correlation at all between the availability of alcohol and suicide?
The reason for alcohol-related suicides being higher in rural regions, I think, is because there are no other outlets for unwinding and relaxing for the rural folk, whereas the urban counterparts have plenty of options for recreation and entertainment… This can be looked into by the Government.