FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 26, 2024·7 min readHigh Rates of Suicidal Ideation in Rural Black MenA new study highlights the alarming rates of suicidal thoughts among rural Black men, attributing significant causes to childhood adversity and racism. This research, involving over 500 African American men, demonstrates that experiences of economic hardship, trauma, and racial discrimination significantly impact mental health, leading to a sense of isolation and thoughts of suicide.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·March 14, 2024·6 min readMolecular Alterations in Brain Tissue Provide Clues to Suicidal IdeationResearchers have identified molecular alterations in the blood and brain tissues of individuals who committed suicide, offering new insights into susceptibility factors and therapeutic targets. The study analyzed genetic, protein, and metabolic changes, suggesting these alterations could serve as risk markers for suicidal behavior.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 6, 2024·4 min readPCOS Linked to Higher Suicide RiskA comprehensive study involving over 18,000 women has uncovered a startling correlation between polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and an increased risk of suicide attempts, with PCOS patients being 8 times more likely to attempt suicide than those without the condition. The study draws from the Taiwanese nationwide database, spanning from 1997 to 2012, to highlight the urgent need for mental health and suicide risk assessment in women diagnosed with PCOS.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 18, 2023·6 min readBrain Connectivity a Potential Indicator of Suicide RiskResearchers have identified a potential marker in the brain that might indicate an increased risk of suicide. They observed that veterans with a history of suicide attempts demonstrated distinct functional connectivity between cognitive control and self-referential thought processing networks.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 26, 2023·6 min readCorrelation Between Social Vulnerability and Elevated Suicide Risks DiscoveredSocial determinants of health are linked to suicide risk, with the suicide rate nearly doubling between the least and most socially vulnerable counties. The study proposes several public health and economic policies that could reduce suicide rates by targeting social vulnerability in communities, such as improving access to mental health services and quality healthcare, and building stronger social networks.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 7, 2023·5 min readDeaths by Suicide Increase Significantly During the Week of a Full MoonDeaths by suicide significantly increase during the week of a full moon, specifically in those aged 55 and older. Researchers also discovered deaths by suicide were more likely to occur between 3-4 p.m. and more people took their lives during the month of September.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 17, 2023·4 min readRepetitive Negative Thinking During Low Mood Linked to Suicidal ThoughtsCognitive rumination, or repetitive negative thinking, while in a "low mood" was associated with increased suicidal thoughts in young adults with major depression.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 16, 2023·2 min readExercise Decreases Suicide Attempts in Those With Mental and Physical IllnessEngaging in an exercise program reduced suicidal thoughts and actions in patients with mental and physical health problems who previously had suicidal ideations.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 22, 2023·4 min readIrritable Bowel Syndrome Patients May Suffer Significantly Higher Rates of Anxiety, Depression and Suicidal IdeationStudy reveals a link between IBS and an increased risk of developing mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. Researchers say identifying and treating mental health comorbidities in those with IBS improves the quality of life for sufferers.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·December 14, 2022·3 min readFour Genes Identified as Heightening Risk of Suicidal Thoughts and ActionsResearchers have identified four genes, ESR1, DCC, DRD2, and TRAF3, that are associated with an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and actions.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 5, 2022·6 min readThe Undying Holiday-Suicide MythDespite media claims that suicide rates increase dramatically over the holiday period, researchers report the average daily suicide rate during the holidays remain among the lowest rate of any period of the year.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 17, 2022·5 min readLGBTQIA+ Youth More Than Twice as Likely to Attempt Suicide Than Heterosexual PeersYoung people who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community are twice as likely to experience suicidal thoughts and attempt suicide than their heterosexual peers.Read More
