The Perceived Factors of Student Suicide in Fiji

Journal Title: Edelweiss: Psychiatry Open Access - Year 2017, Vol 1, Issue 1

Abstract

Teenage suicide rate in Fiji is increasing every year. This paper examined on the factors that lead to students suicide in Fiji as well as the schools roles in preventing suicide attempts. Based on this study, the researchers found out various causes of student suicide in Fiji. Parents and teachers are involved in curbing this problem. Several factors that cause student suicide are identified during data gatherin g. A structured que stionnaire was distributed to the 20 participants of the University of Fiji. The study can help guide the development of camp us - based preventi on programs at the university.

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Rosalie Muertigue

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  • EP ID EP603108
  • DOI 10.33805/2638-8073.105
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Rosalie Muertigue (2017). The Perceived Factors of Student Suicide in Fiji. Edelweiss: Psychiatry Open Access, 1(1), 21-24. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-603108