How South Korea Became the Most Suicidal Country in the World

Summary by Krater

An exploration of South Korea's high suicide and depression rates, investigating how historical conflict, rapid economic growth, competitive education, Confucian expectations, and modern capitalist pressures combine to create severe psychological distress.

From the video

Answers: Why does South Korea have such a high suicide and depression rate?

• South Korea mental health crisis
• Suicide rates in South Korea
• Work ethic and Confucianism in Korea
• Depression and anxiety in Korea
• Cultural pressures in South Korea

What it concludes

• South Korea has the highest suicide rate of any OECD member nation.
• Only 11.2% of individuals with depression in South Korea received treatment.
• Only 7% of Koreans with anxiety or depression sought help, and 2% for alcoholism.
• 75% of South Korean seniors older than 60 have to work for their livelihood.
• The Korean War claimed more than 3 million lives, about 15% of the population.