Perspectives on reasons for suicidal behaviour and recommendations for suicide prevention in Kenya: qualitative study.
Linnet OngeriMiriam NyawiraSymon M KariukiMary A BittaChris SchubartBrenda W J H PenninxCharles R J C NewtonJoeri K TijdinkPublished in: BJPsych open (2023)
The reasons for suicidal behaviour are comparable with high-income countries, but suggested prevention strategies are more contextualised to our setting. A multifaceted approach in preventing suicide in (coastal) Kenya is warranted based on the varied reasons suggested. Community-based interventions will likely improve and increase access to suicide prevention in this study area.