Jordan reports 156 suicides in 2025
The number of registered suicide cases in Jordan decreased to 156 in 2025, representing approximately a 6% decline compared to 2024. Data shows that males constitute the majority, with 112 cases compared to 44 among females. The age groups 19-24 and 25-34 recorded the highest number of cases, each with 41 cases. Most suicides were committed by hanging, accounting for 54%, followed by falls from heights at 18%, and firearm injuries at 16%. The center emphasized the importance of strengthening mental health programs and psychological support, especially for youth. It also recommends not criminalizing attempted suicide and calls for an investigation into the underlying causes of the phenomenon, which are related to economic conditions, poverty, and unemployment.
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