Andorra
Suicide Prevention Crisis Lines
- Primary Crisis Hotline:
- Phone Number: Information not available.
- Hours of Operation: Information not available.
- Additional Details: Information not available.
- Emergency Line:
- Phone Number: 112
- Notes: European emergency number accessible in Andorra for immediate assistance in emergencies.
Epidemiology of Suicide
Overall Statistics
- Current Suicide Rate (per 100,000 people): Specific data for Andorra is not available. The World Bank does not provide suicide mortality rates for Andorra
Demographic-Specific Insights
- By Age Groups:
- Adolescents (10-19): A 2024 report indicates that 10% of adolescents in Andorra have experienced suicidal ideation, a decrease from previous years. In 2023, there were four recorded suicide attempts among adolescents, down from ten in 2022
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Additional Insights
- Cultural Considerations:
- Mental health issues, including suicide, may carry stigma in Andorran society, potentially affecting individuals’ willingness to seek help.
- Research and Data Gaps:
- There is a lack of comprehensive and up-to-date data on suicide rates and mental health in Andorra, making it challenging to develop targeted interventions.
- Positive Developments:
- The observed decrease in adolescent suicide attempts suggests progress in mental health awareness and intervention efforts among young people in Andorra.
References
- com, 2024. Un 10% dels adolescents té idees suïcides. Available at: https://cadenaser.com/andorra/2024/11/19/un-10-dels-adolescents-te-idees-suicides-radio-ser-principat-d-andorra/
- World Bank, 2019. Suicide mortality rate (per 100,000 population). Available at: https://genderdata.worldbank.org/en/indicator/sh-sta-suic-p5