Percepção da população brasileira sobre o suicídio

Objective: To understand the perception of the Brazilian population about suicide. Method: Exploratory and descriptive research, quantitative, conducted through a survey on the internet, which had a non-probabilistic sample by convenience composed of 246 participants, who answered the Attitudes Questionnaire in Relation to Suicidal Behavior (QUACS), whose data Were evaluated using descriptive and bivariate statistics, using SPSS statistical software. Results: The existence of negative feelings towards the suicidal patient was identified in a reduced number of participants (f = 25, 8.90%), a general perception of inability to deal with suicide and the recognition of the other’s right to commit suicide. Conclusion: Existence of myths and prejudices on the subject, which disfavor the assistance to the suicide