In December 2024, an estimated 1,118 people committed suicide in South Korea, a slight increase from the previous month. South Korea has the highest suicide rate among the member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

In 2024, over 20,300 people in Japan died of suicide. The overall number of suicides decreased after the unexpected upward trend, likely connected to the COVID-19 pandemic. Why Japanese men are more likely to die by suicide  When looking at suicide numbers by gender, Japanese men are more likely to commit suicide compared to women. Attitudes on traditional gender roles in Japan may have shifted in recent decades, but social change has since been slow. Men are still expected to focus on their careers and provide for the family. Hence, economic slumps are typically reflected in rising suicide figures among men, as failure to fulfill social expectations can lead to mental health issues, which in turn might trigger suicidal thoughts. As an example, the suicide figures increased only for men in 2009 as a result of the global banking crisis. Suicide resulting from work-related issues is also more common among men than among women. Stress and pressure at work pose health risks It has been determined over the past few decades that one of the primary issues facing Japanese workers that leads to self-harm is exhaustion. Occupational sudden mortality, known as "karoshi (death by overwork)" is a well-known phenomenon in Japanese society. Besides physical pressure, mental stress from the employment may cause karoshi. Suicide due to occupational stress or overwork is called "karojisatsu (overwork suicide)" in Japan.

Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) in United States was reported at 15.63 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. United States - Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) in China was reported at 8.95 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. China - Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

In 2024, approximately ****** people without employment in Japan committed suicide. Those included unemployed individuals, welfare and pension recipients, homeless people, and stay-at-home wives and husbands. Among those with jobs, people in ************************************** had the highest number of self-inflicted deaths.

Japan suicide rate for 2021 was 17.43, a 1.57% increase from 2020.

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<li>Japan suicide rate for 2020 was <strong>17.16</strong>, a <strong>4.19% increase</strong> from 2019.</li>
<li>Japan suicide rate for 2019 was <strong>16.47</strong>, a <strong>2.37% decline</strong> from 2018.</li>
<li>Japan suicide rate for 2018 was <strong>16.87</strong>, a <strong>1.86% decline</strong> from 2017.</li>
</ul>Suicide mortality rate is the number of suicide deaths in a year per 100,000 population. Crude suicide rate (not age-adjusted).

Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) in Lithuania was reported at 22.12 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Lithuania - Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) in Hungary was reported at 16.45 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Hungary - Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) in Germany was reported at 12.9 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Germany - Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

No. of Deaths: Caused by: Intentional Self-Inflicted Injuries (Suicides) & Consequences data was reported at 780.000 Person in Sep 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 693.000 Person for Jun 2024. No. of Deaths: Caused by: Intentional Self-Inflicted Injuries (Suicides) & Consequences data is updated quarterly, averaging 680.500 Person from Mar 2017 (Median) to Sep 2024, with 30 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 826.000 Person in Jun 2023 and a record low of 128.000 Person in Mar 2017. No. of Deaths: Caused by: Intentional Self-Inflicted Injuries (Suicides) & Consequences data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Administrative Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Colombia – Table CO.G012: Number of Deaths: Cause of Death.

Provisional rate and number of suicide deaths registered in England per quarter. Includes 2001 to 2023 registrations and provisional data for Quarter 1 (Jan to Mar) to Quarter 4 (Oct to Dec) 2024. These are official statistics in development.

Denmark suicide rate for 2021 was 10.46, a 4.04% decline from 2020.

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<li>Denmark suicide rate for 2020 was <strong>10.90</strong>, a <strong>4.55% decline</strong> from 2019.</li>
<li>Denmark suicide rate for 2019 was <strong>11.42</strong>, a <strong>1.96% increase</strong> from 2018.</li>
<li>Denmark suicide rate for 2018 was <strong>11.20</strong>, a <strong>0.18% increase</strong> from 2017.</li>
</ul>Suicide mortality rate is the number of suicide deaths in a year per 100,000 population. Crude suicide rate (not age-adjusted).

In 2024, Japan reported 16.4 suicides per 100,000 inhabitants. The country's suicide rate resumed its downward trend after an unexpected surge in recent years, likely connected to the COVID-19 pandemic. What are the reasons behind Japan’s high suicide rates?  While the majority of suicides in Japan stemmed from health reasons, existential concerns and problems directly related to work also accounted for thousands of self-inflicted deaths in the past years. One of the most profound issues faced by employees in Japan leading to self-harm is exhaustion. “Karoshi,” or death by overwork, is a well-known phenomenon in Japanese society. In addition to physical fatigue, karoshi may be precipitated by mental stress resulting from employment. Occupational stress or overwork-induced suicide is referred to as “karojisatsu (overwork suicide)” in Japan. Which demographic groups are affected? Although *************** are frequently depicted as the most at-risk demographic for suicide in Japan, the increasing occurrence of suicides among the elderly people and schoolchildren is causing concern. Bullying, isolation, and the lack of a proficient mental healthcare system can be additional factors contributing to the country’s high suicide rates among all age groups.

Turkey suicide rate for 2021 was 2.69, a 9.73% decline from 2020.

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<li>Turkey suicide rate for 2020 was <strong>2.98</strong>, a <strong>15.82% decline</strong> from 2019.</li>
<li>Turkey suicide rate for 2019 was <strong>3.54</strong>, a <strong>4.73% increase</strong> from 2018.</li>
<li>Turkey suicide rate for 2018 was <strong>3.38</strong>, a <strong>0.6% increase</strong> from 2017.</li>
</ul>Suicide mortality rate is the number of suicide deaths in a year per 100,000 population. Crude suicide rate (not age-adjusted).

In 2024, suicide numbers in Japan were the highest among people between the ages of 50 and 59 years, with ******suicide victims. One person aged 9 years or older took the own life in the same year.

IntroductionSuicide prevention is an important aspect of psychiatric care, with older men being a population identified at especially high suicide risk and a recent increase in suicides among older women.MethodsUsing data collected by the region’s quality assurance team, we examined all suicide deaths occurring between March 1999 and February 2024 in patients aged 60 years or older who were connected to the region’s Addiction and Mental Health Program at the time of death. Data were analyzed to describe which factors were most commonly identified in suicides in older adults receiving mental healthcare. We also compared male and female cases to determine whether certain factors were more commonly observed in one gender.ResultsWe identified 48 cases of suicide occurring in patients aged 60 or over. 60% of suicides occurred in males. Overdose and hanging were the most common suicide methods used, and all suicides occurring on inpatient units occurred via hanging. Depression was the most common diagnosis, and was diagnosed more frequently in suicides of female older adults. A greater proportion of suicides in older women were associated with previous history of suicide attempts.DiscussionOur findings support many current best practices for suicide prevention in psychiatric care, including minimizing ligatures and anchor points on inpatient settings, assessing for and limiting access to means in individuals at-risk, and assessing suicide risk in hospitalized patients prior to passes and discharge. Recognition and treatment of depression remain important aspects in the treatment of older adults to prevent suicide.

Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) in Israel was reported at 4.37 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Israel - Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Men in Japan were more likely to commit suicide than women in Japan. With 22.9 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants, the number of fatalities among men reached approximately 14,860 in 2024. Why is suicide more prevalent among men in Japan?  Japan's high suicide rates have been closely associated with the economic situation of the individuals. Existential worries and problems directly related to work are one of the main causes of self-inflicted deaths in Japan. Gender-based roles are still relevant in modern-day Japan, with women predominantly taking care of family and housekeeping, and men financially providing for their families. Despite changes in the perception of gender roles lately, it appears that economic pressure is more prevalent among men in Japan. Failure to meet social expectations may result in a higher likelihood of experiencing mental health issues, which may ultimately lead to suicidal ideation. The impact of COVID-19 on female suicides Women were seemingly more affected than men during the coronavirus outbreak in Japan. The reasons were complex. For one, women who were victims of domestic violence were forced to spend more time at home with their abuser. Additionally, industries hit the hardest by the pandemic were those staffed predominantly by women, such as the hospitality, retail, and caregiving sectors. Japan is undergoing a demographic change and rapidly shifting into a solo society, which resulted in more single women supporting themselves. As irregular employment is more common among female than male workers, independent women were more likely to face precarious financial situations. Overall, women in Japan presumably felt the negative effects of the pandemic more severely and in more aspects of their daily lives compared to men.