Are anaesthetists prone to suicide? A review of rates and risk factors

From: Anaesthesia and Intensive Care | Date: August 1, 2003| Author: Chapman, M D; Roberts, L J; Swanson, S P | Copyright information

SUMMARY

Suicide represents a major source of mortality in Western countries. There is an emerging literature about suicide and the medical profession. The suicide of an anaesthetist represents a catastrophic event, with painful consequences for family, colleagues and the community at large. This review will examine the literature regarding suicide amongst anaesthetists and trainees in the field. It is presented in three sections. First, it provides an overview of existing epidemiologic...

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