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Historical US Suicide Data by Demographics
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This dataset presents data on suicide death rates within the United States, categorised by key demographic characteristics including sex, race, Hispanic origin, and age. It spans a significant historical period from 1950 to 2001, offering insights into measures, definitions, and changes in suicide rates over time. Derived from the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) and U.S. Census Bureau data, this resource is designed to facilitate robust analysis, inform public health policy, and support targeted intervention development. The dataset provides critical information about measures, definitions, and changes over time, offering a detailed overview of suicide death rates across different demographics.
Columns
- INDICATOR: Identifies the type of data, such as "Death rate".
- UNIT: Specifies the unit of measurement, for example, "Deaths per 100,000 population".
- UNIT_NU: Provides the numerical value corresponding to the unit.
- STUB_NA: Represents the stub name for a category, such as "Total".
- STUB_LA: Offers the label for the stub category, for instance, "All persons".
- STUB_LA_1: Contains additional label information for the stub category.
- YEAR: Indicates the year the data was recorded.
- YEAR_NUM: Provides the numerical representation of the year.
- AGE: Defines the age group category, e.g., "All ages".
- AGE_NUM: Represents the numerical value for the age group.
- ESTIMATE: The estimated death rate.
Distribution
The dataset is typically provided in a CSV format and is approximately 1.08 MB in size. It comprises 12 distinct columns and includes approximately 6,390 records or rows, providing a structured overview of suicide rates for analysis.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for a variety of applications and use cases:
- Research and Analysis:
- Trend Analysis: Study long-term trends in suicide rates across different demographic groups.
- Impact Assessment: Analyse the impact of socio-economic factors on suicide rates over time.
- Health Disparities: Identify disparities in suicide rates among various demographic segments.
- Policy Making:
- Intervention Development: Inform the creation of targeted interventions for high-risk groups.
- Resource Allocation: Aid in the effective allocation of resources to areas with higher suicide rates.
- Policy Evaluation: Evaluate the effectiveness of past policies and programmes aimed at reducing suicide rates.
- Public Health Initiatives:
- Awareness Campaigns: Develop awareness campaigns tailored to specific demographic groups.
- Prevention Programmes: Design and implement suicide prevention programmes based on demographic data.
- Community Outreach: Facilitate community outreach efforts by identifying high-risk areas.
Coverage
The dataset covers the United States geographically, with data spanning annually from 1950 to 2001. It provides detailed demographic breakdowns by sex, race, Hispanic origin, and age, allowing for granular analysis of suicide rates across these segments of the population.
License
CC BY-SA 4.0
Who Can Use It
This dataset is valuable for a wide range of users, including:
- Researchers and Academics: For studying long-term trends and conducting in-depth analyses of suicide demographics.
- Public Health Professionals: For designing and implementing targeted prevention programmes and awareness campaigns.
- Policymakers and Government Agencies: For developing evidence-based interventions and allocating resources effectively to address suicide rates.
- Data Analysts: For identifying patterns, disparities, and contributing factors related to suicide.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- US Demographic Suicide Rates (1950-2001)
- Historical US Suicide Data by Demographics
- United States Mortality: Suicide Trends
- Suicide Rates US: Demographics and Time Series
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Original Data Source: Historical US Suicide Data by Demographics
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