[Suicide in the elderly]

Abstract

Suicide in the elderly is a real public health issue and has been the subject of a national prevention plan. It is very frequently linked to depression. To prevent people attempting suicide, health professionals must be trained to recognise and manage a suicidal crisis.

Keywords: crise suicidaire; depression; dépression; elderly person; facteur de risque; personne âgée; risk factor; suicidal crisis; suicide.