Suicide is preventable, yet it is estimated that a person dies by suicide every 40 seconds somewhere in the world. This equates to over 800,000 people dying by suicide worldwide each year.

On this course, you will gain a broader understanding of suicide as a worldwide issue. You will analyze global suicide rates and patterns and explore common risk factors. You will explore the social and cultural factors that can influence suicidal behavior. You will also look at suicide prevention strategies and learn how these can be enforced in communities.

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