Risk and Protective Factors for Suicide Mortality in Youths: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - Report - MDSpire

Risk and Protective Factors for Suicide Mortality in Youths: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

  • By

  • Marie-Claude Geoffroy

  • Elizabeth Baker-Sullivan

  • Nusrat Jahan Nitu

  • Alessia Civita

  • Jill Boruff

  • Mark Sinyor

  • Jo Robinson

  • Kathleen MacDonald

  • Lauren Anzarouth

  • Elise Chartrand

  • Srividya N. Iyer

  • Rachel Langevin

  • Jane Pirkis

  • Brett Thombs

  • July 2, 2026

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Clinical Report: Identifying Risk and Protective Elements Associated with Youth Suicide Mortality

Overview

This systematic review and meta-analysis identifies risk and protective factors associated with youth suicide mortality among individuals aged 24 years or younger.

Background

Suicide is a leading cause of death among young individuals aged 10 to 24 years globally, with increasing rates particularly among girls in high-income countries. Understanding the specific risk and protective factors for suicide mortality in youths is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies.

Data Highlights

No numerical data provided in the source material.

Key Findings

  • Suicide mortality rates among youths aged 10 to 24 years are rising, particularly in high-income countries.
  • Previous reviews have primarily focused on suicidal ideation and self-harm rather than mortality.
  • This review synthesizes a comprehensive range of risk and protective factors specifically for youth suicide mortality.
  • Studies included in the review utilized case-control and cohort methodologies to assess factors associated with suicide deaths.
  • The review was preregistered with PROSPERO and adhered to PRISMA guidelines for systematic reviews.

Clinical Implications

Healthcare professionals should consider the identified risk and protective factors when assessing youth for suicide risk. Targeted prevention strategies should be developed based on the unique characteristics of this age group to effectively address the rising rates of suicide mortality.

Conclusion

This review provides a synthesis of factors associated with youth suicide mortality.

Related Resources & Content

  1. BMC Psychiatry (Springer), 2025 -- Community-based mental health interventions for reducing youth suicidal thoughts and behaviours: a systematic review and meta-analysis
  2. Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2026 -- Exploring the Neurobiological Markers of Suicidal Behaviors in Pediatric Population: A Narrative Review
  3. DIGITAL HEALTH, 2026 -- Real-world implementation and predictive performance of suicide prediction models: a systematic review and meta-analysis
  4. BMC Psychiatry (Springer), 2025 -- Efficacy of internet-based interventions to reduce suicidal ideation: a systematic review and meta-analysis
  5. Changes in Suicide Rates in the United States From 2022 to 2023, CDC
  6. American Academy of Pediatrics, 2025 -- Bright Futures/AAP Periodicity Schedule
  7. Changes in Suicide Rates in the United States From 2022 to 2023
  8. https://publications.aap.org/pediatriccare/pages/periodicity-schedule?utm_source=openai
  9. Safety Planning Interventions for Suicide Prevention in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - PMC

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Risk and Protective Factors for Suicide Mortality in Youths: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

  • by Marie-Claude Geoffroy, Elizabeth Baker-Sullivan, Nusrat Jahan Nitu, Alessia Civita, Jill Boruff, Mark Sinyor, Jo Robinson, Kathleen MacDonald, Lauren Anzarouth, Elise Chartrand, Srividya N. Iyer, Rachel Langevin, Jane Pirkis, Brett Thombs

  • July 2, 2026

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