Fox J, Stahlsmith L, Nashold R, Remington P
Chronic Disease Section, Wisconsin Division of Health, USA.
Wis Med J. 1996 May;95(5):283-5.
Based on a review of Wisconsin suicide methods and rates from 1979 to 1994, firearms have eclipsed all other methods combined as the most common method of suicide. Between 1981 and 1992, the number of firearm suicides increased from 48% to 57%. While the overall suicide rate has remained unchanged in the last 16 years, the firearm suicide rate has increased 17% in all sexes, races and ages. For persons at known risk for suicide, removal of firearms and other lethal means from the home is recommended. Since many persons who commit suicide have not been identified as at risk, families should consider the potential risks and benefits of having a firearm in the home.
基于对1979年至1994年威斯康星州自杀方式和自杀率的回顾，枪支已超过所有其他自杀方式的总和，成为最常见的自杀方式。1981年至1992年间，枪支自杀人数从48%增至57%。尽管过去16年总体自杀率保持不变，但在所有性别、种族和年龄段中，枪支自杀率上升了17%。对于已知有自杀风险的人，建议从家中移除枪支及其他致命工具。由于许多自杀者未被认定为有风险，家庭应考虑家中存放枪支的潜在风险和益处。
