The problem of suicide in rural communities from the Island of Ometepe, Nicaragua

Abstract

The objective of this study is to understand the psychosocial factors that influence uicidal behaviors in the rural communities of Ometepe. A qualitative methodology based on the study of multiple cases that occurred between 2018-2022 has been used. The main risk factors identified have been family conflicts, poverty, loss of ethical values, lack of personal skills, lack of mental health services and alcohol addiction.