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ReviewInternational journal of nursing studies advances2026

Global prevalence of suicide attempts in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Amir Jalali, Mohammadrasool Ghasemianrad, Parisa Darabi, Akram Zolfaghari Sadrabad, Romina Jalali, Reza Pourmirza Kalhori, Mostafa Taheri, Mohsen Kazeminia

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Amir JalaliSubstance Abuse Prevention Research Center, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
Mohammadrasool GhasemianradStudent Research committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Science, Kermanshah, Iran.
Parisa DarabiClinical Research Development Center, Imam Khomeini and Mohammad Kermanshahi and Farabi Hospitals, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
Akram Zolfaghari SadrabadDepartment of Emergency Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Kermanshah University of Medical Science, Kermanshah, Iran.
Romina JalaliSleep Disorders Research Center, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
Reza Pourmirza KalhoriDepartment of Emergency Medicine, Paramedical School, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
Mostafa TaheriZanjan Nursing and Midwifery School, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran.
Mohsen KazeminiaStudent Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.

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Abstract

Background: Aging is a natural process encompassing both biological and psychological changes. Suicide is one of the most complex human behaviors, where one intentionally terminates their own life. Significant discrepancies in reported prevalence rates further highlight the need for a comprehensive study. Objective: The present study aimed to estimate the global prevalence of suicide attempts in older adults using a systematic review and meta-analysis. Information sources: The databases Embase, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science (WoS) were searched until February 2026. Methods: The quality of the articles was assessed by Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) checklist. The Results: An initial search yielded 10,806 studies, of which 21 articles, with a combined sample size of 99,197 individuals, met the inclusion criteria for meta-analysis. The global prevalence of suicide attempts in older adults was estimated at 5.6% (95% Confidence Interval (CI): 4.0-7.9%). The highest prevalence was observed in Europe at 17.1% (95% CI: 3.8-51.9%). Meta-regression results indicated that the prevalence of suicide attempts in older adults increased with larger sample sizes, study years, higher ages, and higher study quality ( Conclusion: The results of this study show that the prevalence of suicide attempts among the elderly varies from 5.6 to 17.1. Therefore, it is recommended that health officials and policymakers place greater emphasis on the prevention and control of suicide in the older adults.

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Meta-analysisOlder adultsPrevalenceSuicideSystematic review

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