Category: Suicidal Ideation and Behavior
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June 17th, 2010 |
While women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression, the suicide rate is at least three times higher in men. A recent study finds that masculine ideals and a sense of duty to protect and provide for family are two common sources of strength that men rely on to overcome suicidal thoughts. The study, which took place at the University of British Columbia, found that the most helpful thing for most men is through connection with close family members. Ironically, the masculine ideals that men often find... Read More
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June 7th, 2010 |
A number of different factors are likely to play a part in the development of thoughts and feelings that may induce a person to attempt suicide, though IQ is rarely taken into account in such cases. Recently, a study performed on a large dataset of Swedish young males found that those with a lower IQ were more likely to be hospitalized later in life for attempted suicide. Though the researchers note that the data is so far restricted to males of a certain age group and nationality, the work may help identify those who... Read More
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May 26th, 2010 |
While suicides within the military and among veterans have been the subjects of heated debate in recent months, an analysis of the Air Force's suicide prevention program by researchers at the University of Rochester has found that since the program's inception in the 1990's, suicide rates have significantly dropped, save for a single spike in 1994 that has been unaccounted for. The Air Force has noted that while it is not possible to infer that the program specifically reduced suicide rates on its own, the study creates strong evidence... Read More
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May 20th, 2010 |
The majority of modern nursing homes and assisted living facilities are aimed at creating a comfortable and enjoyable experience for seniors, yet the process of moving to a new home, combined with many social and health-related factors that typically accompany a transition to such a facility, can increase suicide risk among residents. The finding was produced by a study performed at the University of Rochester, and underscores the need for more attentive and targeted therapy programs and other pathways for improving... Read More
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April 23rd, 2010 |
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Many children grow up facing distinct challenges within their family lives, though some are presented with pronounced difficulty that may have the potential to negatively impact the child's adult life. The suicide of a parent during childhood is a markedly traumatic experience that may require special care and therapy treatment, and professional have been interested in the effects of such an event on children for some time. In a study performed at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, researchers recently investigated... Read More
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March 30th, 2010 |
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Suicide is of great concern to those involved in psychology and psychotherapy, especially as rates of suicide rise in some parts of the world. While suicide is certainly prevalent in developed nations, it is often seen as more of a concern in the developing world, where the ratio between instances of male and female suicide is significantly less biased towards males. Aiming to capture the particular trends of this population, an... Read More
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March 21st, 2010 |
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Suicide has recently been highlighted in many publications and community discussions; as a major concern among young people and among the population at large, the issue is forcing some family members and professionals to take a closer look at prevention and intervention measures. Cornell University in particular has recently been placed in the spotlight after a series of on-campus suicides, both confirmed and suspected. The campus has been fighting its image as a high stress... Read More
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March 19th, 2010 |
While suicide is often thought of as a rare if regrettable occurrence, statistics have shown in the past few years that the issue is actually one of the leading causes of death within the United States, and is the second most prominent killer of people aged fifteen to twenty four. An editorial recently published by a prominent psychology specialist discusses the need for helping at-risk people and their families understand that assistance is available, even in the most seemingly dire of circumstances. Through promoting... Read More
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February 12th, 2010 |
When suicide is connected with youths, it is often thought of in regards to teenagers and young adults, for whom the issue is among the top five leading causes of death in the United States. Younger children, especially those under ten, are typically not associated with suicide, yet attempts and successful acts are on record. A recently published in-depth look at suicide in this young age group explains that while parents may not think their children are capable of having thoughts and feelings leading to suicide, depression... Read More
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February 3rd, 2010 |
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Though hospitals are able to treat clients who have engaged in suicide or self-harm attempts with specific and effective treatment and care, such clients are often released from hospitals with little to no guidance on how to proceed towards a more mentally healthy road, including therapy referrals. The mental health group SANE is calling for better training and understanding of mental health resources among general... Read More
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January 4th, 2010 |
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Sleep has been identified as a major component of mental health many times, but some people neglect their basic needs for regular sleep nevertheless. One of the most at-risk groups for a harmful deficiency in sleep is adolescents, who are advised by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine to receive at least nine hours of sleep each night. In a survey that formed the basis for evidence in a study carried out... Read More
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December 24th, 2009 |
Adolescents and young adults often face difficulties in living up to the expectations of their parents and older peers, but in some societies, this pressure is significantly increased. In India's quickly developing economy, pressure to do well in school is becoming the source of great social concern, as a growing number of students succumb to mental health issues surrounding stress and disappointment, and commit suicide. The climbing rates may inspire both academic and state... Read More
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December 10th, 2009 |
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Requirements for accrediting and licensure for the mental health professions is considerably strict in many parts of the world, but Australia is a country in which therapy and counseling are self-regulated industries. The lack of a central agency or set of standards to ensure quality of treatment has come under fire by many in the community, and the push for serious reforms has become stronger still today as a coroner's report... Read More
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November 30th, 2009 |
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With rates of suicide, the development of post-traumatic stress disorder, and violent incidents involving mental health such as the recent shooting at Fort Hood, the military has been scrambling to address what is clearly becoming a major health concern among its personnel. Creating plans for early identification and prevention of mental health concerns has been cited as a predominant goal for the military, and establishing meaningful... Read More
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