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Abuse, self-harm and suicidal ideation in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic

Higher psychological and physical abuse during confinement due to COVID-19 isolation have resulted in increased self-harm and suicidal ideation in people in the UK. This study surveyed people in the UK (n=44775) and observed higher thoughts of suicide and self-harm in women, black, asian and minority ethnic groups, people experiencing socioeconomic disadvantages. 9% of participants in this study reported experiencing physical or psychological abuse, and 18% reported experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

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Updated 2023-01-04

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SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)

Biomedical Sciences