Female Doctors Face Significantly Higher Suicide Risk Than General Population

New research highlights a 76% increased suicide risk among female physicians compared to women in the general population, underscoring the need for targeted mental health interventions.

• Study analyzed data from 39 studies across 20 countries between 1935 and 2020.
• Male doctors' suicide risk similar to general population but higher compared to other professionals.
• Decline in suicide rates observed over time, yet female doctors' risk remains notably high.
• Factors include work stress, perfectionism, and access to dangerous drugs.
• Calls for systemic changes to address workplace stress and provide better mental health support.

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