Suicide attempt and its determinants among adolescents and youth in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Suicide is a critical public health concern globally, and adolescents and youth are particularly vulnerable. In Ethiopia, suicide attempts among this population are alarmingly prevalent, yet the magnitude and determinants remain insufficiently understood. A systematic review and meta-analysis are essential to comprehensively synthesize the evidence and guide targeted interventions. This review aims to establish a pooled prevalence and identify factors associated with suicide attempts among adolescents and youth aged 10-24 years in Ethiopia.

Methods

A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, African Journal Online (AJOL), and Google Scholar. The quality of each original study was assessed with a modified Joanna Briggs Institu

SUBMITTER: Ferede YA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11844130 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature