Which of the following is associated with least common Suicidal tendencies: (A) Alone, (B) Depression, (C) Male, (D) Married person
Answer is D. Risk factors for suicide are: Age>40years, male, staying single, previous suicidal attempts, depression, suicidal preoccupation, alcohol or drug dependence, social isolation, recent serious loss or major stressful life events. (Ref: a sho textbook of psychiatry, Niraj Ahuja, 7th edition, pg no.223)