US Suicide Rates by Age Group, 1970–2002
An Examination of Recent Trends
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US suicide rates have declined in recent years, reversing earlier trends. We examined suicide rates among 4 age groups from 1970 to 2002 and the factors that may have contributed to the decline. We paid particular attention to newer anti-depressants because of recent concerns and controversy about a possible association with suicidal behaviors. These trends warrant more extensive analysis of suicide rates among specific subgroups, including consideration of additional variables that may influence rates differentially. The relative contributions of depression diagnosis and treatment, postsuicide attempt care, and other contextual factors (e.g., overall economic conditions) also deserve attention. If the decline is associated with contextual factors, clarifying these associations will better inform public policy decisions and contribute to more effective interventions for preventing suicide
Association (psychology) · Depression (economics) · Environmental health · Injury prevention · Poison control · Psychiatry · Psychological intervention · Suicide prevention · Suicide rates · Demography · Homicide, Infanticide, and Child Abuse · Human Factors and Ergonomics · Medicine · Psychology · Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes · Suicide and Self-Harm Studies
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