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Some Professions Have Much Lower Rates of Suicide. What Can We Learn From Them? : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 6, 2025 12:35 pm
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Working in specific professions can have a significant impact on an individual’s risk of dying by suicide. Certain occupations, such as loggers, musicians, and workers in the oil and gas industries, have much higher rates of suicide compared to the general population. On the other hand, professions like education, which include teachers, professors, and librarians, have some of the lowest rates of suicide.

As researchers at the Center for Violence Prevention and Community Safety at Arizona State University, we have access to data from Arizona’s Violent Death Reporting System, which collects information on violent deaths, including suicide. By analyzing this data, we can identify trends and risk factors associated with suicide across different occupational groups.

One striking finding is that educators have a relatively low risk of suicide. Nationally, male educators had a suicide rate of 11 per 100,000 in 2021, while the rate for women was even lower. In Arizona, the suicide rate among educators was one-third the rate for all workers in the state, making it the lowest among all occupations.

So why do educators have such a low suicide rate? Several factors may contribute to this phenomenon. Firstly, the demographic composition of the profession, with a high proportion of women and married individuals, is associated with lower suicide rates. Additionally, educators often have high levels of educational attainment, which can indirectly protect against suicide by increasing socioeconomic status and employability.

The workplace environment also plays a role in mitigating suicide risk among educators. Schools and campuses provide opportunities to form strong social relationships, which can improve overall health and help individuals cope with job stress. The meaningful bonds that educators form with their students and colleagues may offer support that enhances their mental well-being.

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Furthermore, educators tend to have lower rates of alcohol or drug abuse problems compared to other occupations. Substance abuse issues can increase the risk of suicidal ideation and other work-related risk factors, so living a healthier lifestyle may contribute to educators’ lower suicide rates.

Overall, the low suicide rate among educators highlights the importance of promoting mental health and well-being in the workplace. Developing coping skills to manage job stress, fostering social connections, and creating a positive workplace culture are crucial steps that all professions can take to improve worker health and prevent suicide.

It is essential for organizations to prioritize the mental health of their employees and create supportive environments where individuals can thrive. By learning from professions like education, we can work towards reducing the incidence of suicide across all occupational groups. Remember, every suicide is preventable, and seeking help is a sign of strength.

This article was written by Jordan Batchelor, Charles Max Katz, and Taylor Cox from Arizona State University and was originally published on The Conversation under a Creative Commons license.

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