Suicide is becoming a serious public health crisis in Vietnam, with studies estimating that tens of thousands of lives are lost each year to overwhelming emotional pain, depression, or problems that feel utterly unsolvable. Far too many people still hesitate to reach out for help—held back by stigma or the simple fact that mental health support remains out of reach for them.

The sections below summarize the key trends—including gender differences, vulnerable age groups, mental health risk factors, and regional disparities—to help raise awareness and strengthen prevention efforts.

• Teenager ( 15–29 years old) : Suicide ranks among the leading causes of death among young people in Vietnam, especially those crushed under the weight of societal expectations, academic pressure, or financial hardship. With the youth population growing rapidly—particularly in urban areas—this generation is becoming increasingly vulnerable.
• Older adults (aged 60 and above): Elderly people in Vietnam also face alarmingly high suicide rates, often driven by profound loneliness, isolation, chronic health struggles, or the painful breakdown of traditional family structures that once held everything together.