Suicidal ideation and suicide attempts among older recipients of public welfare assistance in Japan.

Shiho KinoAndrew Stickley Daisuke NishiokaKeiko UenoMasashige SaitoToshiyuki OjimaNaoki Kondo

Published in: Journal of epidemiology and community health (2022)

Older recipients of public welfare have a higher prevalence of suicidal behaviour in Japan. An urgent focus is now warranted on this vulnerable population to determine the specific factors underlying this association.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
kidney transplantation
depressive symptoms
risk factors
physical activity
community dwelling
middle aged