Economic recession and suicidal behaviour: Possible mechanisms and ameliorating factors

Conclusion: The research evidence linking recession, unemployment and suicide is substantial, but the evidence for the other mechanisms we have investigated is much more tentative. We describe the limitations of the existing body of research as well as make suggestions for future research into the effects of economic recession on suicidal behaviour.
Source: International Journal of Social Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tags: Articles Source Type: research