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Algeria

Suicide Prevention Crisis Lines

  1. Primary Crisis Hotline:
    • Phone Number: 0021 3983 2000 58
    • Hours of Operation: Information not specified.
    • Additional Details: This hotline provides support for individuals in crisis.
  1. Emergency Line:
    • Phone Number: 17 (Police) or 1548 (for foreigners)
    • Notes: National emergency numbers for police assistance in Algeria.
Suicide Prevention in Algeria

Epidemiology of Suicide

Overall Statistics

  • Current Suicide Rate (per 100,000 people): 2.6 (World Health Organization, 2021).

WHO Apps

  • Trend Analysis:
    • Last 5 Years: The suicide rate has remained relatively stable, with minor fluctuations.
    • Recent Changes: Data indicates a consistent rate of 2.5 suicides per 100,000 people from 2017 to 2019.

Macrotrends

Additional Insights

  • Cultural Considerations:
    • Suicide is a sensitive and often stigmatized topic in Algerian society, influenced by cultural and religious beliefs.
  • Research and Data Gaps:
    • There is a lack of comprehensive and up-to-date data on suicide rates and mental health in Algeria, making it challenging to develop targeted interventions.

References

  • Macrotrends, 2019. Algeria Suicide Rate 2000-2025. Available at: https://www.macrotrends.net/global-metrics/countries/DZA/algeria/suicide-rate
  • World Health Organization, 2021. Suicide rate estimates, age-standardized – Estimates by country. Available at: https://apps.who.int/gho/data/view.main.MHSUICIDEASDRv