Suicidal Contagion and Celebrity Suicides
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 overlookâan increase in suicidal thoughts… Read More
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Understanding Suicide Tourism
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 Laws and Young Adult Suicides
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
How Surveillance Systems Can Save Lives
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
Understanding the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention
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
The Impact of Workplace Suicide Prevention Programs
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
How AI Discovers Boredom’s Role in Suicide Risk
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
The Power and Challenges of America’s New Suicide Prevention Number: Georgia’s Experience
In recent years, suicide has emerged as a critical public health issue in the United States. The surge in suicide rates, compounded by the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic… Read More
Exploring the Landscape of Suicide Prevention: Insights from a Scoping Review
Suicide prevention is a critical public health issue, and understanding the most effective strategies to implement and disseminate interventions is crucial. A recent article titled Implementation strategies in suicide prevention:… Read More
Understanding the Economic Impact of Suicide and Nonfatal Self-Harm in the U.S.: A Public Health Perspective
Suicide and self-harm are not only devastating personal tragedies but also represent a significant economic burden, as detailed in the article Economic cost of US suicide and nonfatal self-harm. This… Read More
Understanding Railway Suicides: A Deeper Look into Sociodemographic and Psychosocial Factors
The tragic phenomenon of railway suicide has been a topic of concern for public health practitioners for years. A recent study, Sociodemographic and psychosocial risk factors of railway suicide: a… Read More
The Connection Between Stress, Internet Use, Gaming, and Adolescent Suicide Risk
In today’s fast-paced digital age, understanding the mental health implications of technology use among adolescents is more critical than ever. A pivotal study titled “Stress and suicide risk among adolescents:… Read More