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·November 30, 2024·7 min read

Masculine Ideals Double Suicide Risk in Men

Men who strongly adhere to traditional masculine ideologies, such as suppressing emotions and valuing independence, are more than twice as likely to attempt suicide compared to those with more egalitarian views. The study identified three groups of men—Egalitarians, Players, and Stoics—with Stoics being at the highest risk due to their attitudes and behaviors, especially during mental health crises.

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·September 4, 2024·5 min read

No Link Found Between Ozempic and Suicide Risk

A new study has found no evidence that GLP-1 analogues, common diabetes drugs, increase the risk of suicide, self-harm, or related mental health issues. Researchers analyzed data from around 300,000 people treated with these medications and found no clear link between the drugs and mental health risks.

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·July 30, 2024·2 min read

Preteen Suicide Rates Rising, Especially Among Girls and Minorities

A recent study reveals that preteen suicide rates have increased by 8% annually since 2008, with the highest rises among female, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Hispanic preteens. The findings stress the need for culturally responsive prevention efforts, including risk screening and lethal means safety counseling. The study also found that hanging and suffocation are the most common methods, with firearms rapidly increasing. These insights call for targeted interventions to address this alarming trend.

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·March 26, 2024·7 min read

High Rates of Suicidal Ideation in Rural Black Men

A 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.

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·March 14, 2024·6 min read

Molecular Alterations in Brain Tissue Provide Clues to Suicidal Ideation

Researchers 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.

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·February 6, 2024·4 min read

PCOS Linked to Higher Suicide Risk

A 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.

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·May 18, 2023·6 min read

Brain Connectivity a Potential Indicator of Suicide Risk

Researchers 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.

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·April 26, 2023·6 min read

Correlation Between Social Vulnerability and Elevated Suicide Risks Discovered

Social 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.

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·April 7, 2023·5 min read

Deaths by Suicide Increase Significantly During the Week of a Full Moon

Deaths 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.

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·March 17, 2023·4 min read

Repetitive Negative Thinking During Low Mood Linked to Suicidal Thoughts

Cognitive rumination, or repetitive negative thinking, while in a "low mood" was associated with increased suicidal thoughts in young adults with major depression.

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·March 16, 2023·2 min read

Exercise Decreases Suicide Attempts in Those With Mental and Physical Illness

Engaging in an exercise program reduced suicidal thoughts and actions in patients with mental and physical health problems who previously had suicidal ideations.

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·February 22, 2023·4 min read

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients May Suffer Significantly Higher Rates of Anxiety, Depression and Suicidal Ideation

Study 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.