Exploring the Genetic Contribution to Suicide Risk
A new study identifies four genes mutations which are associated with an increased risk of suicide.... Read More...
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Brain Changes Found in Self-Injuring Teen Girls Similar to BPD
A new neuroimaging study reveals the brains of teenage girls who self harm show similar features to adults with borderline personality disorder. ... Read More...
Being Born in the Wrong Zip Code Can Shorten Your Life
Researchers report on why being born and raised in certain areas can have a dramatic impact on your life expectancy.... Read More...
Rising Temperatures Could Increase Suicide Rates
Comparing historical temperature and suicide data, a new study reveals a strong link between increased temperature and suicide risk. Researchers speculate climate change could lead to an increase in suicide rates across the US and Mexico.... Read More...
Amazonian Psychedelic May Ease Severe Depression
Ayahuasca, a psychedelic drink made from Amazonian plants, may help relieve symptoms in those with treatment resistant depression, researchers report.... Read More...
Suicide Nation: What’s Behind the Need to Numb and Seek Final Escape?
Researchers look at why suicide rates may be on the rise in the US, finding suicidality may be more than simply a mental health issue.... Read More...
Cannabis Does Not Increase Suicidal Behavior in Psychiatric Patients
A new study contradicts existing data, finding there is no significant link between cannabis use and suicidal behavior in people with mental health disorders.... Read More...
One-Third of US Adults May Unknowingly Use Medications that Can Cause Depression
Researchers say almost one third of Americans are unknowingly taking medications that can increase depression and suicide risks.... Read More...
Celebrity Suicides Bring Issue to the Forefront
In light of recent news about the suicides of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade, it is important to shed light on suicidality and provide help for those at risk.... Read More...
Does Stabilizing Female Hormones Help Lower Suicide Risk?
Researchers have received funding to help determine if stabilizing progesterone and estradiol will help to reduce suicidality in females at risk of suicide.... Read More...
Eurovision Song Contest Associated With Increase in Life Satisfaction
According to researchers, success in big events can help boost a nation's health and wellbeing. The study, which looked at data from people whose countries participate in the Eurovision song contest, found people were 4% more likely to be satisfied with their lives with every ten place increase on the final score board. Additionally, finishing near the bottom was linked to a 13% increase in life satisfaction compared to people whose countries did not participate in the contest at all.... Read More...
Brain Stimulation Reduces Suicidal Thinking in People with Hard to Treat Depression
According to researchers, 40% of people with treatment resistant depression who received rTMS no longer had suicidal thoughts following treatment. ... Read More...