Psychological well-being and its effect on suicidal behavior among medical students in Madinah

Abstract

Psychological well-being (PWB) and its relation to suicidal behaviour among medical students are growing concerns in Saudi Arabia. Medical students experience high psychological distress. And they are more prone to develop suicidal ideation. Objectives: This research aims to measure the PWB of medical students in Madinah and assess its impact on the development of suicidal behaviour. It also examines whether preclinical or clinical years are more likely to develop suicidal behaviour. It evaluates other factors contribution. The study was conducted using a cross-sectional method involving 308 medical students from Madinah in Saudi Arabia. Ryff's Scale measured PWB, while Questionnaire-Revised (SBQ-R) assessed suicidal behaviours. SPSS, ANOVA tests and descriptive statistics analysed the data. Results In a total of student responses and showed no correlation between PWB and suicidal behaviour. Female risk group percentage is higher than male in addition, same as high GPAs students. Clinical year students also had higher suicidal thoughts. Conclusion: Our findings show that suicidal behaviour was higher among females, clinical years and higher GPAs students. Therefore, we suggest offering mental health consultations to them.