Taiwan - The Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention

June 25, 2025

Dr Bruna Rubbo, a Research Fellow at the University of Bristol and collaborator with the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP), shares insights into why pesticide bans are effective. It is based on recent research she led in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Bristol and CPSP.

*Warning: This article discusses suicidal behaviour. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline.*

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Taiwan’s paraquat ban has led to a fall in pesticide suicides, early analysis shows

by CPSP

News

February 3, 2022

A recent study on the impact of Taiwan’s 2018 paraquat ban has shown a fall in pesticide suicide rates. Paraquat is a highly toxic pesticide that is deadly when ingested and a leading method for suicide worldwide, responsible for 150,000 deaths every year.

paraquat, pesticide regulation, Taiwan

The early impact of paraquat ban on suicide in Taiwan

by CPSP

Publications by CPSP and partners

January 31, 2022

This paper explores the impact of the first-stage ban of paraquat, a highly lethal herbicide when ingested, on suicide in Taiwan. The study found that the ban on the import and production of paraquat was followed by a fall in pesticide and paraquat suicides.

paraquat, pesticide regulation, Taiwan

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What our review tells us about pesticide bans and why they work

Taiwan’s paraquat ban has led to a fall in pesticide suicides, early analysis shows

The early impact of paraquat ban on suicide in Taiwan

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