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Suicide rates in China, 1995-99
Michael R Phillips1, Xianyun Li, Yanping Zhang
1Beijing Suicide Research and Prevention Center, Beijing Hui Long Guan Hospital, Beijing 100096, People's Republic of China. phillips@public3.bta.net.cn
Lancet (London, England)
|March 19, 2002
Summary
Suicide is a major public health issue in China, with an estimated 287,000 deaths annually. Rural women and young adults face the highest risks, highlighting the need for targeted prevention programs.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Demography
Background:
- Official suicide rate data in China are inconsistent due to unrepresentative sampling and varied adjustment methods.
- Accurate suicide patterns are crucial for effective public health interventions in China.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a precise estimation of current suicide rates in China.
- To analyze suicide patterns across different demographic groups and regions.
Main Methods:
- Utilized 1995-99 mortality data from the Chinese Ministry of Health.
- Adjusted reported rates for unreported deaths and projected to the population.
- Analyzed rates by sex, age group (5-year intervals), and region (urban/rural).
Main Results:
- Estimated annual suicide rate of 23 per 100,000, totaling 287,000 deaths.
- Suicide was the fifth leading cause of death overall and the leading cause for young adults (15-34).
- Rural suicide rates were triple urban rates; women's rates were 25% higher than men's, driven by young rural women.
Conclusions:
- Suicide represents a significant and growing public health concern in China.
- The distinct pattern of suicide in China necessitates the development of tailored prevention strategies.
- Addressing the high rates in specific demographics, particularly young rural women, is critical.
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