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Investigate the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on suicidal thoughts and self-harm in adults in the UK.

April 14, 2026Health Science ReportsOpen Access

Suicidal Thoughts and Self‐Harm Behavior During the COVID‐19 Pandemic in the United Kingdom: A Repeated Cross‐Sectional Population‐Based Survey Study

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A repeated cross-sectional survey investigates suicidal thoughts and self-harm in UK adults, suggesting critical mental health interventions.

Investigate the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on suicidal thoughts and self-harm in adults in the UK.
Used data from repeated cross-sectional surveys with UK adults
Evaluated responses from March 2020 to November 2021
Employed multivariate logistic regression models to analyze associations
COVID-19 measures linked to increased suicidal thoughts and self-harm prevalence
Higher rates observed in young adults, individuals with pre-existing mental health conditions, and disabled people
A sustained upward trend noted over time, even post-lockdown

Lombardo et al. (2026) studied this question.

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A repeated cross-sectional survey investigates suicidal thoughts and self-harm in UK adults, suggesting critical mental health interventions.