Suicides and suicide attempts

France has one of the highest suicide rates in Europe. Suicide is preventable, and its prevention must be a priority. Effective prevention measures are available.

Our missions

  • Monitoring suicidal behavior

  • Identify the factors associated with such behaviors, best practices for suicide prevention, and promote their implementation nationwide

  • Promote the prevention of suicidal behavior among individuals at high risk of suicide

  • Informing public authorities and healthcare professionals

In brief

Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on suicide and suicide attempts here

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Results of the 2024 Barometer and the “Who Does It Resemble?” Campaign: Santé ...

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Suicidal Behavior in France: 2024 Report.

Key Points Suicidal Thoughts and Reported Suicide Attempts (Public Health France Barometer 2024 – Ages 18–79) In 2024, among the general population, the prevalence of suicidal thoughts in the past...

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Suicidal behavior in French regions during and following the health crisis

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Work-related suicides: Toward the establishment of a specific monitoring system?