Social Support and Inclusion as Protective Factors Against Suicidal Behavior in Young People.

The present study examines the associations between social support, social inclusion and suicidal behaviors among young people. This quantitative study is situated within the analytical-interpretative paradigm. A total of 539 individuals participated (mean age 20.64 ± 3.61 years). The evaluation instruments used were: a questionnaire assessing suicidal behaviors (SBQ-R), the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), and the Social Inclusion Scale (SIAS). Results showed a significant association between suicidal behaviors and levels of perceived social support and social inclusion; individuals with lower suicidal tendency reported higher levels of family, friends', and partner support, as well as more positive perceptions of their social relationships, community belonging, school acceptance, and self-image. Together, these variables accounted for 70.4% of the variance in suicidal behavior. Therefore, it is essential to approach youth suicide prevention beyond individual factors by considering social inequalities and relational ties.