Is Suicide Justified? A Case Study of Narratives from Adolescents’ Perspective

Nnaemeka Chukwudum Abamara, Chioma Joan Ikebudu, Onyekachi Osmond Okonkwo

Abstract


Suicide is on the increase alarmingly in Nigeria, is this act justified and how can it be prevented, as it affects society negatively? The three-step theory (3ST) was reviewed. The study is qualitative, 30 student participants in a University Community between the ages of 10-20 were purposively sampled, 15 males and 15 females. Focus group discussions with In-depth Interviews were methods of data collection. Findings show that adolescents had experienced suicidal tendencies and 20 in 30 maintain that suicide is neither the only nor last option. The act of suicide is not justified if only adolescents are listened to.


 


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