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Sociodemographic characteristics of the sample (n = 35).
| Variables | Frequencies (%) | Mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 18 (51.4) | |
| Men | 17 (48.6) | |
| Age | – | 47.34 (12.39) |
| Years since the loss ≤ 3 | 13 (37.1) | |
| Degree of kinship with the deceased | ||
| Partner | 3 (8.6) | |
| Parent | 9 (25.7) | |
| Son | 9 (25.7) | |
| Sibling | 3 (8.6) | |
| Other relative | 9 (25.7) | |
| Friend | 2 (5.7) | |
| Number of suicides among relatives and friends | ||
| 1 | 28 (80.0) | |
| >1 | 7 (20.0) | |
