24.5% of suicides in Victoria (2009-2016) linked to family violence, especially for females.

A report from the Coroner’s Court of Victoria indicates that 24.5% of suicides from 2009 to 2016 involved individuals who experienced family violence, with the rate higher at 28.2% for females. Most victims had a history of mental illness and were often under financial stress. The findings underscore the need to address the link between family violence and suicide, aiming to inform policy and support interventions amid ongoing economic challenges.

September 16, 2024
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