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Revisiting Durkheim’s Theory of Suicide: A Sociological Analysis in Contemporary Times

Author(s) Prof. Shraddha Gaikwad
Country India
Abstract Émile Durkheim's seminal work on suicide, published in 1897, remains a cornerstone in sociological theory, providing a foundational understanding of how societal structures and norms influence individual behavior. Durkheim proposed that suicide rates could be explained through the integration and regulation within society, classifying suicide into four types: egoistic, altruistic, anomic, and fatalistic. This paper revisits Durkheim’s theory in the context of contemporary society, where new social realities such as globalization, technological advancements, individualism, and the breakdown of traditional norms challenge the applicability of his framework. By analyzing contemporary case studies, including the rise of digital suicide contagion, increasing mental health concerns, and social isolation in hyper-connected societies, this paper assesses the relevance and limitations of Durkheim’s theory. It proposes an extension of Durkheim’s framework to incorporate modern sociological phenomena, such as social media and the gig economy, and offers a critique of how these factors contribute to new forms of social integration and regulation.
Keywords Durkheim, Suicide, Sociological Theory, Social Integration, Anomie, Altruism, Digital Suicide, Mental Health, Social Media, Individualism, Contemporary Society.
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On 2025-04-04
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.40477
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9dg3w
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