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Ghana National Suicide Report reveals gender disparity in fatalities

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Ghana has released its first National Suicide Analysis Report, revealing a significant gender disparity in suicide fatalities. While women attempt suicide more frequently, men are more likely to die from these attempts due to the use of more lethal methods, such as firearms and alcohol, compared to poisoning, which is more common among women.

Data from the 2023 Ghana STEPS Survey indicates that 3.8% of adults in the country have considered suicide, while 2.3% have made an attempt. The World Health Organization (WHO) notes that globally, over 720,000 people die by suicide annually.

The report was launched in Accra by the Ministry of Health and the Mental Health Authority during World Suicide Prevention Month. Officials highlighted that the decriminalization of attempted suicide in March 2023 is a critical step in shifting the national approach from punishment to mental health care and compassion.

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Dr Fiona Braka · Dr Kwadwo Marfo Obeng · Mental Health Authority · Ministry of Health · World Health Organization

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Ghana Suicide Report: Men More Likely to Die by Suicide [chale.news]
about 23 hours ago
3. 8% of adults in Ghana have considered suicide - WHO [www.adomonline.com]
1 day ago
3. 8% of Ghanaian adults have considered suicide, 2. 3% attempted — WHO [theghanareport.com]
about 16 hours ago
More women attempt suicide, but men die by suicide more often – National Suicide Analysis Report [www.myjoyonline.com]
about 23 hours ago