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Suicide in Newfoundland and Labrador.

A Malla, J Hoenig

    Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
    |March 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Newfoundland showed consistently low suicide rates between 1964-1973, unlike other regions. This study explores unique demographic, social, and cultural factors contributing to these lower suicide rates, particularly among women and young adults.

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    Area of Science:

    • Epidemiology
    • Public Health
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Suicide rates have historically varied across different regions and demographics.
    • Western societies and other parts of Canada have observed increasing suicide rates, particularly among women and young adults.
    • Newfoundland's demographic profile and socio-cultural landscape differ significantly from more urbanized areas.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the unique factors contributing to persistently low suicide rates in Newfoundland.
    • To compare suicide patterns in Newfoundland with national and international trends during the period 1964-1973.
    • To identify specific demographic, social, cultural, and geographical influences on suicide in Newfoundland.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of suicide data.
    • Data collected from death certificates for Newfoundland.
    • Comparative analysis with official suicide statistics for Canada.

    Main Results:

    • Newfoundland exhibited a consistently low overall suicide rate from 1964 to 1973.
    • Unlike other regions, Newfoundland did not experience an increase in suicide rates among women and young people (15-29 years).
    • Age-specific rates, methods used, religious variations, and seasonal patterns in suicide differed from those observed elsewhere, indicating an older demographic profile and absence of high-risk groups seen in urbanized societies.

    Conclusions:

    • Suicide patterns in Newfoundland during 1964-1973 were distinct, characterized by lower overall rates and a lack of emerging high-risk groups.
    • Social, cultural, and geographical factors are likely responsible for these unique epidemiological characteristics.
    • Further research into these specific Newfoundland factors could inform targeted suicide prevention strategies.

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