Factors Influencing Suicide Behaviours in Immigrant and Ethno-Cultural Minority Groups: A Systematic Review

Daniel W. L. Lai*, Lun Li, Gabrielle D. Daoust

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Abstract

This paper reviews recent literature on factors influencing suicide behaviours, including thoughts, plans, and attempts, in immigrant and ethno-cultural minority groups, to inform a more comprehensive understanding of suicide behaviours in increasingly culturally diverse populations. Thirty-three studies published between 2002 and 2013 were identified through digital databases searches and included in this review. Analysis of study findings focused on impacts of ethno-cultural identity and acculturation, other cultural and immigration influences, and family and community supports on suicide behaviours. Policy, practice, and research recommendations are identified, to inform relevant suicide prevention efforts and enhance mental health supports for immigrant and ethno-cultural minority populations.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)755–768
Number of pages14
JournalJournal of Immigrant and Minority Health
Volume19
Issue number3
Early online date17 Sept 2016
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2017
Externally publishedYes

User-Defined Keywords

  • Suicide
  • Immigrant
  • Ethno-cultural
  • Minority

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