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The World Has Seen a Decrease in Suicides over the Past 30 Years

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The number of suicides worldwide decreased by nearly 30 percent between 1990 and 2021, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

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Zeit OnlineZeit Online
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World Health Organization: Suicide Rates Have Fallen Significantly Worldwide Since 1990

Globally, much fewer people die from suicide than more than 30 years ago. The decline is particularly strong in wealthy countries.

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World Health Organization - Less Suicides Worldwide

The number of suicides worldwide decreased by nearly 30 percent between 1990 and 2021, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

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Heti VilággazdaságHeti Világgazdaság

Suicide Rates Worldwide Have Fallen by Almost a Third Since 1990

Researchers also cited improved access to psychiatric care and a decline in stigma associated with mental illness as reasons.

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The world has seen a decrease in suicides over the past 30 years

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scimex.org broke the news in on Monday, August 18, 2025.
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