Decomposing change in China's suicide rate, 1990-2010: ageing and urbanisation

Conclusion As the positive impact of urbanisation on suicide rates is diminishing, further urbanisation and rapid change in society may induce stress and adjustment problems that are not conducive to the promotion of well-being. Furthermore, as China is facing the prospects of slower economic growth and a rapidly ageing population, suicides among older adults may also be elevated, particularly among those in rural areas with insufficient healthcare and social support. In order to maintain the decreasing trend of suicide in China, it is important for the Chinese government to pay more attention to the mental well-being of the population and to mitigate the stress of urban life and to provide timely support to older adults especially in rural areas.
Source: Injury Prevention - Category: Accident Prevention Authors: Tags: Suicide/Self harm (injury), Suicide (public health) Original article Source Type: research