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Suicide in the Elderly

Suicide rates in the world are highest in older men.

Associate Professor Brian Draper has been studying the nature of and risk factors for suicidal ideation in the elderly. We have also just commenced a psychological autopsy study examining the last contact that patients' had with a GP prior to committing suicide. We are hoping that this research will reveal important key signs and markers that will help identify at-risk individuals in the future.

To view some of our research click on the following links (PDF files):

Suicidal ideation and the 'wish to die' in dementia patients: the role of depression (PDF - 466KB)

Contact

Our unit is located on the grounds of the Prince of Wales Hospital at Randwick in NSW, Australia. We are currently situated on the ground floor of the Euroa Centre.

T +61 (2) 9382 3759
F +61 (2) 9382 3762

Postal Address
Ground Floor, Euroa Centre,
Prince of Wales Hospital,
Avoca St, Randwick,
NSW, AUSTRALIA 2031