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Suicide methods in Asia: implications in suicide prevention.
Kevin Chien-Chang Wu1, Ying-Yeh Chen, Paul S F Yip
1Department of Social Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, 2F Medical Humanity Building, No 1, Section 1, Ren-Ai Road, Zhong Zheng District, Taipei 10051, Taiwan. ccwu88@ntu.edu.tw
Summary
Asia sees high suicide rates, with methods varying by culture and technology. Restricting access to common methods like pesticide poisoning and jumping is key for suicide prevention efforts.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Sociology
Background:
- Asia accounts for 60% of global suicides, necessitating targeted prevention strategies.
- Restricting access to suicide methods is an evidence-based suicide prevention approach.
- A systematic review of suicide methods in Asian countries is lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review leading suicide methods in Asian countries.
- To analyze trends, age-, and sex-specific characteristics of these methods.
- To discuss implications for suicide prevention in the region.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of 42 articles.
- Data from 17 Asian countries/regions on leading suicide methods.
- Analysis of epidemiologic characteristics and trends.
Main Results:
- Common suicide methods include charcoal burning, pesticide poisoning, native plant poisoning, self-immolation, and jumping.
- Methods vary based on socio-cultural, economic, and religious factors.
- Suicide methods evolve with technology, impacting prevention effectiveness across different demographics.
Conclusions:
- Suicide prevention must adapt to evolving methods and technological advancements.
- Integrating safety into new technologies is a cost-effective prevention strategy.
- Culturally sensitive research on suicide methods is crucial for effective public health interventions.
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