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A study led by Aileen Duldulao shows that U.S.-born Asian-American women are more likely to have contemplated suicide in their lifetime

"Although Asian-Americans as a group have lower rates of thinking about and attempting suicide than the national average, U.S.-born Asian-American women seem to be particularly at risk for suicidal behavior, according to new University of Washington research. The study shows 15.93 percent of U.S. Asian-American Women Born In The US More Likely To Think About, Attempt Suicide."

"This study highlights the fact that we may be underserving Asian-American women born in the U.S," said Duldulao. "While there was little evidence of sociodemographic differences in suicidal behaviors among various Asian-American groups, there was some anecdotal data from people working in the community. It is important for service providers, as well as policymakers, to know that U.S.-born Asian-Americans, particularly the second generation, are at high risk for mental health problems and suicidal behavior."

Here is a partial listing of media coverage of the report:

• http://wellness.blogs.time.com/2009/08/19/suicidal-thoughts-among-asian-american-women/
• http://uwnews.org/article.asp?articleid=51514
• http://www.oregonlive.com/health/index.ssf/2009/08/asianamerican_women_born_in_th.html
• http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/161031.php
• http://www.newswise.com/articles/u-s-born-asian-american-women-more-likely-to-think-about-attempt-suicide