Interrupted time series analysis reveals increased suicide rates in Malaysia, suggesting urgent monitoring is needed.
Malaysian suicide rates increased above expectations in the later and post-outbreak periods and were associated with unemployment, outbreak control measures, and outbreak severity during the COVID-19 pandemic. These increases underscore the importance of continuous monitoring and prompt responses.
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