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  • Environmental Epidemiology
  • Urban Planning

Background:

  • High suicide rates present a significant public health issue in the U.S.
  • Understanding spatial patterns and determinants of suicidal behavior is crucial for effective prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the spatial clustering of suicidal behavior in Salt Lake City (SLC).
  • To identify key environmental and socioeconomic determinants of suicidal behavior.
  • To explore how contextual factors moderate these relationships.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized census block group-level data for spatial analysis in SLC.
  • Investigated associations between environmental factors (green space, walkability, hotel access) and suicidal behavior.
  • Analyzed socioeconomic factors (income, family size, labor force participation) and their impact.

Main Results:

  • Green space and walkability were linked to lower suicide risk; hotel access was linked to higher risk.
  • Higher income and larger families showed resilience; higher labor force participation correlated with increased risk.
  • Protective effects of green space varied by race, income, and job-housing mix; mixed land use near downtown increased risk.

Conclusions:

  • Environmental, socioeconomic, and contextual factors interact to shape vulnerability to suicidal behavior.
  • Neighborhood characteristics significantly influence suicide risk, informing targeted prevention.
  • This study provides a comprehensive understanding of physical settings and their role in suicide prevention.