Explaining Changing Suicide Rates in Norway 1948–2004: The Role of Social Integration

摘要: Using Norway 1948–2004 as a case, I test whether changes in variables related to social integration can explain suicide rates. The method is the Box-Jenkins approach time-series analysis. Different aspects of family contribute significantly explanation Norwegian rates this period. estimated effect separations stronger than divorces, both for men and women, probably because are closer time “real” marital breakup. This difference has not been demonstrated earlier research. Marriages decrease males. unemployment estimate negative sign, contributing fewer suicides. Both increasing alcohol (beer) consumption marriages seem be implicated soaring rate young since 1970.