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Suicide in Belarus.

S V Kondrichin, D Lester

    Crisis
    |May 20, 1999
    PubMed
    Summary

    Suicide rates in Belarus have increased since 1990, with higher rates observed in rural areas compared to urban settings. Regional analysis indicates a North-South disparity potentially linked to ethnic and cultural variations.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Suicide rates in Belarus show an increasing trend since 1990.
    • A notable disparity exists between rural and urban suicide rates.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the geographical distribution of suicide rates in Belarus.
    • To investigate potential correlations between regional variations and socio-cultural factors.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of national suicide statistics from 1990 onwards.
    • Geographical mapping of suicide rates across Belarusian regions.
    • Exploration of potential links to ethnic and cultural differences.

    Main Results:

    • Suicide rates have increased in Belarus.
    • Rural areas exhibit higher suicide rates than urban areas.
    • A distinct North-South gradient in suicide rates is observed across regions.

    Conclusions:

    • The observed North-South variation in suicide rates may be influenced by underlying ethnic and cultural differences.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the specific socio-cultural determinants of suicide in Belarus.

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