Abstract
To assess the impact of the Austrian firearm legislation (1997) on adolescent suicides, we investigated time trends in youth suicide prevalence (1986-2006) with Poisson regression. A temporary increase in firearm suicides after the reform was observed, followed by a continuous decrease. The hypothesis that media reporting triggered the short-term backlash effect is discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 90-93 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Adolescent Health |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2009 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Austria
- Europe
- Firearms
- Health promotion
- Imitation
- Legislation
- Media
- Public health
- Suicide
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
- Psychiatry and Mental health