A STUDY OF ASSOCIATION OF IMPULSIVITY AND SUICIDALITY IN PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS

Dr. Shailaja B; Dr. Nappinnai N.R; Dr. Srinivasagopalan G.

Volume : V, Issue : VI, June - 2016

A STUDY OF ASSOCIATION OF IMPULSIVITY AND SUICIDALITY IN PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS

Dr. Shailaja B, Dr. Nappinnai N. R, Dr. Srinivasagopalan G.

Abstract :

 Impulsivity is a prominent and measurable characteristic of psychiatric disorders that can contribute to risk for suicidal behavior. The purpose of the study is to investigate the relationship between impulsivity and suicidality of past suicidal behavior. METHOD: 30 patients attending psychiatry department at Meenakshi medical college, kanchipuram are assessed with Barratt’s Impulsiveness Scale ( BIS) , Beck’s Suicide Intent Scale (BSIS) and Beck’s Scale for Suicidal Ideation (BSSI). The data is analyzed using Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation and t-Test. RESULTS: Impulsivity is a Risk factor for suicide. As the Scores on Impulsiveness Scales increases the Number of attempts also increased. Impulsivity scores are found to be high in Mood disorder with numerical differences in Unipolar Vs. Bipolar Depression. No difference between Impulsivity Scores in various Psychiatric Disorders.