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Prevalence of suicidal behaviours among medical students in South Asia in the 1
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Abstract
backgroundMedical students in South Asia face intense mental and psychosocial challenges, increasing their vulnerability to suicidal behaviours. Despite sporadic studies, no comprehensive meta-analysis has yet examined the prevalence and associated risk factors in this region. Limited mental health resources and underreporting further obscure the true burden. This study protocol aims to systematically assess suicidal behaviours among South Asian medical students. METHODS AND ANALYSIS: This systematic review and meta-analysis will encompass Medline (PubMed), Scopus, Web of Science, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Google Scholar and regional databases for studies published between 1 ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION: As this review involves only pre-published data, ethical approval is not required. The region-specific findings will be submitted to an international peer-reviewed journal and shared through scientific conferences, webinars and relevant platforms to disseminate the burden of suicidal behaviours among South Asian medical students. Key insights will be disseminated to policymakers, educators, clinicians and researchers to inform suicide prevention strategies and guide future research. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER: CRD420251032718.
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