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Suicide Risk and Prevention
Older adults, men in particular, have among the highest suicide rates in the world (WHO, 2014).
Approximately 1,000 older adults are admitted to Canadian hospitals each year as a result of intentional self-harm.
Many factors can contribute to suicide in older adults. These include mental illness, divorce, bereavement, lack of social support and problems with physical health or finances.
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