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ArticleBMC pediatrics2020

Prevalence and associated factors of suicidality in Japanese adolescents: results from a population-based questionnaire survey.

Shinichiro Nagamitsu, Masakazu Mimaki, Kenshi Koyanagi, Natsuko Tokita, Yoriko Kobayashi, Ritsuko Hattori, Ryuta Ishii, Michiko Matsuoka, Yushiro Yamashita, Zentaro Yamagata and 2 more

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Shinichiro NagamitsuDepartment of Pediatrics and Child Health, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-machi Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan. kaoru@med.kurume-u.ac.jp.ORCID 0000-0001-7156-6050
Masakazu MimakiDepartment of Pediatrics, School of Medicine Teikyo University, Tokyo, Japan.
Kenshi KoyanagiNagasaki Prefectural Center of Medicine and Welfare for Children, Isahaya, Japan.
Natsuko TokitaDepartment of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo, Japan.
Yoriko KobayashiClinic of International University of Health and Welfare, Otawara, Japan.
Ritsuko HattoriFaculty of Health Science Naragakuen University, Nara, Japan.
Ryuta IshiiDepartment of Pediatrics and Child Health, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-machi Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan.
Michiko MatsuokaDepartment of Neuropsychiatry, Kurume University School of Medicine, Kurume, Japan.
Yushiro YamashitaDepartment of Pediatrics and Child Health, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-machi Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan.
Zentaro YamagataDepartment of Health Sciences, School of Medicine, University of Yamanashi, Kofu, Japan.
Takashi IgarashiNational Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan.
Paul E CroarkinDepartment of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, USA.

Funding

Glutamatergic and GABAergic Biomarkers in rTMS for Adolescent DepressionR01MH113700 · NIMH · MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER · PI CROARKIN, PAUL E · 2017 to 2021
$2.5M
Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development BIRTHDAYMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology #19K0266119Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare H28Sukoyaka-001Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare H29Sukoyaka-005Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare H30ukoyaka-Ippan-004Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare H31Sukoyaka-19DA1003NIMH NIH HHS R01 MH113700
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Abstract

backgroundSuicide is the leading cause of death among Japanese adolescents. However, knowledge gaps regarding contemporary demographics and factors associated with suicidality among Japanese adolescents are a major concern. This study examined the prevalence of suicidality among Japanese adolescents and investigated associated factors.

methodsA population-based questionnaire survey investigating general health was administered to 22,419 adolescents aged 13-18 years. The 29-item questionnaire covered emotional status, family function, cyberbullying, suicidality, and stressors (e.g., relationships with parents/friends, school performance, and sexual identity). We conducted multiple logistic regression analysis to identify factors associated with suicidality in this population.

resultsThe prevalence of suicidal ideation was 21.6% in males and 28.5% in females, and that of attempted suicide was 3.5% in males and 6.6% and in females. Bullying and stress related to family relationships had the strongest associations with suicidality. Exposure to cyberbullying had the highest odds ratio for both junior high (3.1, 95% confidence interval [CI] 2.1-4.4) and high school students (3.6, 95% CI 2.5-5.3). Other factors significantly associated with suicidality were sex, emotional status, and stress about relationships with friends, sexual identity, school records, and academic course. Adolescents accessed a variety of resources to cope with stressors, with the Internet being the most common resource consulted.

conclusionsSuicidality is commonly experienced among Japanese adolescents. Although there are many associated risk factors, cyberbullying is of particular concern. Recognition of factors associated with adolescent suicidality will inform further research and suicide prevention efforts for healthcare providers and families.

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SuicideAdolescentFemaleHumansJapanMalePrevalenceRisk FactorsSuicidal IdeationSurveys and QuestionnairesAdolescentChildCyberbullyingSuicidal ideationSuicide attempts

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