When faced with staggering statistics, such as 55% of the 49,000 suicide deaths in 2022 being firearm-related, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, a remarkable and unexpected alliance is emerging… Read More
2021 marked a record high in firearm-related suicides in the U.S., with service members and veterans profoundly impacted by these numbers. Recent studies have spotlighted the connection between firearm ownership,… Read More
Each year, more than 700,000 people die by suicide globally, according to the World Health Organization. While many conversations around suicide focus on mental health, new research highlights a connection… Read More
When it comes to media reporting on suicide, there’s a thin line between shedding light on a critical public health issue and inadvertently fueling a tragic chain reaction. The influence… Read More
Suicide is a significant public health crisis, claiming the lives of nearly 800,000 people worldwide every year. In many cases, the availability of means or methods plays a pivotal role… Read More
When a beloved celebrity takes their own life, the world mourns. But beyond the immediate grief and shock, there’s a ripple effect that we often overlook—an increase in suicidal thoughts… Read More
In the face of terminal illness and unbearable suffering, some individuals seek a path that leads to a dignified end. While the concept of aid-in-dying, also known as assisted suicide,… Read More
Gun control is a hot topic in the United States, especially when it comes to young adults. Recent research by Emma E. Fridel, Gregory M. Zimmerman, and Shayna R. Arrigo… Read More
Suicide and self-harm are urgent public health issues that impact countless lives every year. These behaviors are complex and influenced by many factors, making it difficult to track and prevent… Read More
Suicide is a serious public health issue that affects individuals, families, and communities across the United States. Each year, thousands of lives are lost to suicide, and many more people… Read More
In the world of work, the silent specter of mental health issues often goes unaddressed. However, a study published in PLoS ONE sheds light on organizational interventions aimed at preventing… Read More
Suicide remains one of the most significant public health challenges of our times. Despite decades of research, the underlying triggers of suicide are not fully understood, partly because traditional studies… Read More