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Suicide Rates by Country and Demographics
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This dataset provides an insightful overview of global suicide rates from 1985 to 2021, correlating them with socio-economic indicators across various countries and years. It is a compiled dataset, drawing from multiple sources to facilitate the identification of patterns linked to increased suicide rates among different demographic groups worldwide, spanning the entire socio-economic spectrum. The primary aim is to support suicide prevention efforts by offering a robust foundation for analysis.
Columns
- country: The name of the country.
- year: The specific year of the observation, ranging from 1985 to 2020.
- sex: The gender of the population cohort (e.g., male, female).
- age: The age group of the population cohort (e.g., 15-24 years, 35-54 years).
- suicides_no: The recorded number of suicides for that specific country, year, sex, and age group. Note that approximately 4% of values are missing.
- population: The total population for the specific country, year, sex, and age group.
- suicides/100k pop: The rate of suicides per 100,000 population.
- country-year: A unique identifier combining the country and year.
- HDI for year: The Human Development Index (HDI) for the given year. It is important to note that a substantial portion of these values, around 61%, are missing.
- gdp_for_year ($): The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the year, in US dollars.
- gdp_per_capita ($): The GDP per capita for the year, in US dollars.
- generation: The generational cohort (e.g., Generation X, Silent).
Distribution
The dataset is provided in CSV format and is approximately 3.19 MB in size. It comprises 12 columns and approximately 31,800 records. Some columns, such as 'suicides_no' and 'HDI for year', contain missing values.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Public Health Research: Analysing trends and patterns in suicide rates over time and across different demographics.
- Socio-Economic Studies: Investigating the correlation between economic factors (like GDP and HDI) and suicide rates.
- Policy Making: Informing strategies and interventions for mental health and suicide prevention at national and international levels.
- Data Science Projects: Developing predictive models or identifying high-risk groups for suicide.
Coverage
The dataset covers a global geographic scope, encompassing data from 114 unique countries. The time range for the data is primarily from 1985 to 2020, although the overall overview extends to 2021. Demographic details include breakdowns by sex, age groups, and generational cohorts. Socio-economic coverage is provided through GDP and Human Development Index values. Data availability for 'HDI for year' is limited, with a significant number of missing entries.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
This dataset is particularly useful for:
- Researchers and Academics: To conduct statistical analysis and scholarly studies on suicide aetiology and prevention.
- Public Health Organisations: To monitor suicide trends, allocate resources, and develop targeted intervention programmes.
- Government Agencies: To inform national health policies and social welfare initiatives.
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs): Working in mental health and suicide awareness, to understand the problem better and advocate for change.
- Students and Data Enthusiasts: For learning, practice, and contributing to a vital area of public health.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Suicide Trends and Socio-Economic Factors
- Suicide Rates by Country and Demographics
- Worldwide Suicide Data 1985-2021
- Socio-Economic Influence on Suicide Rates
- Historical Global Suicide Statistics
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Original Data Source: Suicide Rates by Country and Demographics
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