Gender Differences in Common Mental Disorders and Suicidal Thoughts Among Formal Workers in Brazil
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https://doi.org/10.36489/saudecoletiva.2025v15i93p14869-14880Keywords:
Mental Health, Worker, Suicidal ideation, Mental disordersAbstract
This study examines mental health and suicidal thoughts among workers in Ceará. Objective: To describe the prevalence of suicidal thoughts and Common Mental Disorders by gender and job position. Method: Cross-sectional study with data from 2021–2022, using the Self-Report Questionnaire and a sociodemographic survey, approved by the University of Fortaleza Ethics Committee. Results: higher prevalence of suicidal thoughts among women (2.7%, n=23) than among men (1.0%, n=27). Higher prevalence of Common Mental Disorders among women (12.0%, n=102) than among men (3.2%, n=84). The prevalence of women with Common Mental Disorders and suicidal thoughts was higher in administrative positions (84.6%, n=11); among men, in operational positions (47.6%, n=10). Conclusion: The association between the risk of depression and anxiety in women is confirmed and suicide prevention is recommended in work contexts.
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