Abstract
Objective: to describe the scenario of deaths by suicide in Minas Gerais, 2020 - 2021. It also evaluates a 10-year series. Methods: Information was obtained from databases using TabWin/Tabnet – DATASUS. Results: The results showed a correlation between unemployment and the aging of the population in the occurrence of suicides. An odds ratio of 2.75 male deaths for each female was obtained. A strong correlation was observed between years of study and the increase in proportional mortality from suicides, with a greater correlation for the female population. Conclusion: It was possible to obtain data and analyzes that can support the planning of suicide prevention actions in Minas Gerais.
Publisher
Psicologia e Saude em Debate