A Study on Socio-Economic and Psychological Causes of Suicide Among Youths in India

Abstract

Over the last few years, the number of suicide cases in India has increased at a significant level, thereby influencing the youth in a negative way. There are several reasons that can be considered as potential causes of suicide that, include depression, financial loss, poor academic performance, and many more. These reasons influence the mind of young individuals that then becomes the reason for suicide attempts. Each year, there are almost 8 lakh people that lose their lives due to the reason of suicide. This study focuses on the increase in the suicide rates over a certain time period in India. The rate of mortality is considered high and the intervention studies have remained minimal.