South Korea's Suicide Crisis Deepens, Men Account for More Than Twice as Many Deaths as Women
South Korea's suicide crisis deepens, with men accounting for more than twice as many deaths as women in 2024. The country, long known as the 'Suicide Republic', saw a record 14,872 lives lost last year, averaging 40.6 deaths per day.
The national suicide rate in South Korea stood at 29.1 per 100,000 people in 2024, more than double the OECD average of 10.8. This alarming figure has been the highest among OECD countries for 22 consecutive years. The teen suicide rate also hit a record 7.9 per 100,000 people last year, reflecting a worrying trend among the youth.
From 2020 to 2025, suicide attempts among teens and young adults increased significantly. Nearly 60,000 people under 30 sought emergency care after attempting suicide in the past five years. The ease of access to means and economic pressures are cited as contributing factors to this crisis.
South Korea's suicide epidemic shows no signs of abating, with men accounting for a disproportionate number of deaths. The government and society must address the underlying causes and implement effective prevention strategies to stem this tragic loss of life.
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