Suicide in decline but experts warn of knock-on effect of Covid

Ljubljana, 9 September - Death by suicide has been declining in Slovenia for two decades and the number of suicides fell again last year. Experts say this may be attributed to the Covid-19 pandemic, but they also warn the consequences may yet reflect on mental health and suicide statistics.

Berlin, Germany Slovenia sees fewer suicides in 2020, but experts warn of the impact of the pandemic on mental health Photo: dpa/STA File photo

Berlin, Germany
Slovenia sees fewer suicides in 2020, but experts warn of the impact of the pandemic on mental health
Photo: dpa/STA
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