A new study by RAND Corporation reveals that AI models can identify appropriate responses to suicidal thoughts with high accuracy. The findings suggest that these large language models can be surprisingly discerning, but may overrate the appropriateness of clinician responses, indicating a need for further improvement.
SourceRAND Corporation·JournalJournal of Medical Internet Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 12, 2025
A new Mass General Brigham study explores the connection between the Doomsday Clock and mortality and mental health in the United States, finding higher rates of Alzheimer's disease, suicide, and substance-related disorders at closer clock settings. The study suggests a potential bridge between global events and individual well-being.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalBulletin of the Atomic Scientists·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 12, 2025
A recent survey found that over a third of US adults with guns do not store all of them in locked locations. This increases the risk of accidental death, suicide, and child access. Additionally, younger adults and those with children are more likely to report storing their guns in a safe manner.
SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·TypeSurvey·DateMar 11, 2025
A recent study in Frontiers in Public Health documents the prevalence of suicide among musicians, highlighting occupational mortality data from England and US epidemiological data. The research emphasizes the need for evidence-based interventions addressing systemic stressors in music careers.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Public Health·TypeLiterature review·DateMar 7, 2025
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Veterans with access to firearms, suicidal thinking, and history of mental health inpatient stays had highest risk of dying by suicide after receiving a CSRE assessment. The study found that even after going through the CSRE process, these veterans were more likely to die by suicide.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 26, 2025
Researchers found female physicians had a 53% higher suicide risk compared to females in the general population, highlighting the need for comprehensive suicide prevention strategies. The study suggests that factors such as under-recognition, inequitable pay, and work-life imbalance may contribute to this increased risk.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalJAMA Psychiatry·DateFeb 26, 2025
A study published in JAMA Psychiatry reveals a significant disparity in suicide rates among US female physicians compared to non-physician females. Comprehensive suicide prevention measures are needed to address this concern and protect vulnerable individuals in the medical profession.
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A new study reveals that most well-known national suicide prevention organizations do not have easily accessible resources targeting older adults, who are at the highest risk of suicide. The findings highlight the urgent need for targeted campaigns and tailored prevention programs that address the unique healthcare needs of older adults.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalAmerican Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry·TypeContent analysis·DateFeb 24, 2025
The study found that global age-standardized mortality rate for suicide declined by nearly 40% from 1990 to 2021, but progress is not universal, with four regions reporting increases in suicide rates. Males were more than twice as likely to die by suicide than females, but females were 49% more likely to attempt it.
SourceInstitute for Health Metrics and Evaluation·JournalThe Lancet Public Health·DateFeb 19, 2025
Adolescents who perceive themselves as overweight face triple the risk of self-harm compared to those who do not, regardless of objective weight. The study also highlights the critical role of schools and communities in creating supportive environments.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalPsychiatry Research·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 10, 2025
A study by the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center found that a majority of adults believe home firearm access protects against home invasions, but many also underestimate its impact on suicide risk. The researchers suggest that misinformation from the firearms industry and media may contribute to these skewed perceptions.
SourceRutgers University·JournalAmerican Journal of Preventive Medicine·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 7, 2025
A cohort study reveals a robust association between headache diagnoses and suicidal behavior, highlighting the importance of behavioral health evaluation and treatment for these patients. The findings suggest that patients with headache diagnoses should be screened for suicidal ideation and provided with appropriate support.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Neurology·DateFeb 3, 2025
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A new national study has found that homicide and suicide are the leading causes of maternal death in the US, with firearm deaths contributing to a significant portion. The study also highlights the disproportionate impact on Black birthing people and suggests that firearm legislation can reduce maternal mortality rates.
Researchers found that fewer veterans reported having access to firearms than expected, with only 5% included in discussions. The study also revealed that most veterans with opioid access did not accept overdose-reversing medication, highlighting the need for improved suicide safety planning.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJan 28, 2025
A new study found a significant increase in firearm-related hospitalizations during the COVID-19 pandemic, with rates 34% higher than predicted pre-pandemic trends. The gap was largest for Black patients, children, and those covered by Medicaid, who experienced rates 44%, 46%, and 41% higher, respectively.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 27, 2025
Researchers at Kennedy Krieger Institute found elevated suicide risk in children as young as eight years old, emphasizing the importance of universal screening. The study suggests that children with neurodevelopmental differences have comparable risks to their peers, highlighting the need for inclusive screenings.
SourceKennedy Krieger Institute·JournalAcademic Pediatrics·DateJan 22, 2025
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Researchers found that the percentage of female students identifying as LGBQ more than doubled between 2015 and 2021, correlating with a rise in suicidal ideation, planning, and attempts among females. This trend is not observed among male students, emphasizing the need for targeted support for LGBQ youth.
SourceNew York University·JournalEducational Researcher·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 16, 2025
A new analysis of US mortality data shows men are most likely to die from traumatic brain injuries (TBI), with rates over three times higher than women. Older adults and specific racial and ethnic groups, such as American Indian or Alaska Native people, also face a higher risk of fatal TBI-related deaths.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalBrain Injury·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJan 10, 2025
A study by University of Gothenburg found that male construction workers have a 50% higher risk of suicide attempts and suicides compared to other professions. The study, based on registry data, also shows that men in low-educated occupations have a 60% greater risk of suicidal acts.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalBMC Public Health·TypeObservational study·DateJan 8, 2025
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A study by New York University researchers found that public policies addressing economic security, alcohol consumption, and safety restrictions can effectively prevent suicide deaths in the US. Policies with strong evidence include those improving economic security, limiting access to alcohol, and restricting lethal means.
SourceNew York University·JournalAnnual Review of Public Health·DateJan 7, 2025
A new study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center shows that a clinical alerts-driven AI system can effectively prompt doctors to screen patients for suicide risk during regular clinic visits. The study found that interruptive alerts were more effective than passive alerts, leading to a 42% increase in screenings.
SourceVanderbilt University Medical Center·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 3, 2025
Researchers found that a blunted response to reward feedback in teens predicts the first onset of depression, but not anxiety or suicidal ideation. This study contributes to understanding neural risk factors for mental health disorders and developing new methods to assess mental health risks.
SourceElsevier·JournalBiological Psychiatry Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging·TypeImaging analysis·DateDec 17, 2024
Research from 2008-2020 shows an increase in emotional/mental health and suicide prevention in schools, but a decrease in substance use prevention, particularly among middle schools. This shift highlights the need for targeted teacher training and resource allocation to address emerging trends in school mental health.
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Research from Rutgers University-New Brunswick found that screen time has no effect on suicidal thoughts, but rather the content teens engage with and experiences they have. Positive social media interactions can protect against suicidal ideation, while negative ones increase risk.
SourceRutgers University·JournalJournal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry·DateDec 12, 2024
A new Nordic study found that women born prematurely have a nearly 80% higher risk of committing suicide compared to those born at full term. However, premature-born men do not show the same elevated risk. The researchers analyzed birth data and causes of death for nearly 37,000 individuals in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalBMC Medicine·TypeMeta-analysis·DateDec 12, 2024
A study of 2,788 participants with impulse control disorder found that people with ICD are more likely to exhibit both overt and covert suicidal behavior. The study identified shared and specific risk factors for each type of behavior, including depressive symptoms and low self-direction.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalInternational Journal of Mental Health and Addiction·DateDec 9, 2024
A study found that more newspaper accounts supported the holiday-suicide myth than debunked it, with only 42% of stories correcting the false idea. Despite this, experts emphasize that there is no correlation between holidays and suicide rates.
SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·TypeContent analysis·DateDec 6, 2024
A new study by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health found a significant association between adolescent suicidal behavior and externalizing behaviors, as well as violence exposure. The study assessed the impact of state-level access to firearms on suicide rates among U.S. high school students.
SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalAmerican Journal of Preventive Medicine·DateDec 2, 2024
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A new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine finds significant associations between suicidal behavior and externalizing behaviors, as well as violence exposure among US high school students. The study's authors suggest that stronger firearm protections are needed to protect youth health.
SourceElsevier·JournalAmerican Journal of Preventive Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 2, 2024
Researchers found that individuals with depression who engage in reflexive emotion regulation experience increased suicidal thoughts during daily stressful events. In contrast, adaptive responses to stress were observed when participants used reappraisal strategy.
SourceElsevier·JournalBiological Psychiatry Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging·TypeImaging analysis·DateNov 25, 2024
A recent survey found that only 15% of US adults are familiar with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number, up from 11% in August 2023. The number who inaccurately reported the number as 911 decreased to 1% in September 2024.
SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·TypeSurvey·DateNov 18, 2024
Among cancer survivors, male patients ages 15-39 have the highest rate of death by suicide. Suicide deaths increased three-fold in this age group between 2000 and 2021, with one in 65 deaths attributed to suicide in 2021.
SourceUniversity of Southern California - Health Sciences·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateNov 18, 2024
A new professorship in suicide studies and prevention has been established at Goethe University Frankfurt, led by Dr. Ute Lewitzka. The goal is to develop effective preventive measures through systematic tracking and analysis of suicide attempts and suicides.
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Research published in the Journal of American College Health reveals that LGBTQIA+ students experience alarmingly high rates of depression. The study, which analyzed data from 483,574 responses to the Healthy Minds Study, found that LGBTQIA+ students were three times more likely to report depression than their cisgender peers.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalJournal of American College Health·TypeSurvey·DateNov 13, 2024
A new study published in JAMA Network Open found that brief cognitive behavioral therapy via video telehealth reduces suicide attempts and suicidal ideation, providing critical insight into treatment options for those struggling with suicidal thoughts. The study also shows that this therapy is effective in reducing depressive symptoms.
SourceOhio State University Wexner Medical Center·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateNov 12, 2024
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that religiosity, spirituality, and meaning-making have a small but significant protective effect against suicidality. The study suggests that clinicians should personalize and culturally adapt suicide prevention and treatment strategies to effectively address this issue.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalHarvard Review of Psychiatry·DateNov 11, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic triggers a significant increase in pediatric mental health challenges, with rising rates of anxiety, depression, OCD, and suicidality. Theoretical models such as intolerance of uncertainty offer valuable insights into the mechanisms behind these increases.
SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalExploratory Research and Hypothesis in Medicine·DateNov 6, 2024
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The November issues of APA journals focus on research related to substance use disorders, including a special issue on the topic. The American Psychiatric Association has published several studies and guidelines on these topics, providing valuable insights for mental health professionals.
SourceAmerican Psychiatric Association·JournalAmerican Journal of Psychiatry·DateNov 4, 2024
Researchers analyzed data from 26 countries, revealing that Mondays have the highest suicide risk, while New Year's Day increases risk across all nations. Men are also more vulnerable to day-of-the-week and holiday-related variations in suicide risk.
SourcePusan National University·JournalThe BMJ·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 4, 2024
Researchers analyzed data from 1971 to 2019 and found that Mondays and New Year's Day were universally correlated with elevated suicide risk. In contrast, weekends and other public holidays varied by region, highlighting the importance of recognizing temporal fluctuations in risk for preventive actions.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalBMJ·TypeMeta-analysis·DateOct 30, 2024
Researchers found violent political rhetoric (VPR) linked to increased US suicide rates, with vulnerable groups like LGBTQ+ individuals at highest risk. Vicarious trauma through news coverage can also exacerbate mental health challenges.
SourceUniversity of Tennessee at Knoxville·JournalJournal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment·TypeNews article·DateOct 30, 2024
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A new study by UCLA Health reveals that standard medical record surveillance methods miss youth with suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children, boys, and Black and Hispanic youths. Machine learning algorithms improved detection rates when incorporating additional data from visit notes.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateOct 29, 2024
Research highlights social media's impact on youth mental health, including associations between excessive social media use and suicidal thoughts. The study emphasizes the need for targeted interventions and policy changes to address this growing concern among young people.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateOct 25, 2024
An analysis of 1.7 million suicides in 26 countries found that Monday has the highest suicide risk, followed by New Year's Day. Risk patterns vary across weekends and holidays, with some countries experiencing increased risks on Saturdays or Sundays.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeObservational study·DateOct 23, 2024
The Appalachian Region's mortality rate from diseases of despair decreased by 4% between 2021 and 2022, while remaining virtually unchanged outside of Appalachia. However, the region still experiences higher rates of mortality from these diseases across all age groups, particularly among those in their prime working years.
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A Scottish study found that treating opioid use disorder significantly lowers the high rate of suicide among people with opioid dependence. The study reported 575 suicides among over 45,000 patients receiving methadone or buprenorphine for opioid use disorder.
SourceSociety for the Study of Addiction·JournalAddiction·TypeObservational study·DateOct 22, 2024
A new study found that GLP1 receptor agonists reduce the risk of suicidal ideation or attempts in adolescents with obesity. The treatment, compared to lifestyle intervention, showed a favorable psychiatric safety profile and potential avenues for future research.
Research identifies no elevated risk of suicide among professional athletes overall, but retirement from athletic careers can be a stressful experience. Athletes may develop effective coping skills and social connections through sports that foster resilience and mastery.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalJournal of Psychiatric Practice·DateOct 11, 2024
A cross-sectional study reveals a significant risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors among autistic transgender and gender-nonconforming US college students. The study emphasizes the importance of providing targeted support to address this issue.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateOct 9, 2024
A recent Canadian study reveals that transgender populations in Canada experience a significantly higher prevalence of serious mental disorders and suicidality compared to cisgender peers. The study, published in JAMA, is based on data from nearly 10,000 Canadians aged 15 or older.
SourceUniversity of Ottawa·JournalJAMA·TypeLiterature review·DateOct 9, 2024
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A systematic review found that FDA-issued warnings about antidepressant use among youth led to a decline in pediatric mental health care and an increase in suicides. The study suggests that these warnings, intended to encourage physician vigilance, had unintended consequences.
SourceHarvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute·JournalHealth Affairs·TypeSystematic review·DateOct 7, 2024
A study published in JAMA Network Open found that children with high or severe levels of sleep disturbance are more than twice as likely to develop suicidal thoughts and behaviors during the next two years. Frequent nightmares were particularly associated with an increased risk.
SourceStanford Medicine·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeSurvey·DateOct 4, 2024
This study reveals a higher prevalence of mental disorders and suicidal behavior among transgender and gender-diverse individuals. The findings align with previous research, indicating significantly higher rates of mental health-related health service use among this group.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateOct 2, 2024
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A new Kaiser Permanente study found that integrating suicide care into routine primary care visits reduced the rate of suicide attempts by 25% within 90 days. The integrated care model also led to a significant increase in safety planning and assessments for depression, alcohol, and drug use.
SourceKaiser Permanente·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·DateSep 30, 2024
A study presented at the American Academy of Pediatrics conference found that Colorado caregivers with children in the home significantly underestimated the risk of firearm-related suicide. The research also highlighted a lack of awareness about preventing suicide, particularly among caregivers living in households with firearms.
SourceAmerican Academy of Pediatrics·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateSep 27, 2024
According to a survey of parents of children hospitalized for suicidal ideation or attempt, caregivers are receptive to firearm safe storage counseling and free firearm locks. However, 19% of firearm-owning families reported not storing their firearms securely.
Research from the American Academy of Pediatrics found a four-fold increase in opioid poisoning cases among children under 2 years old, with fentanyl being the leading cause. Non-Hispanic Black children were particularly affected, experiencing an 11-fold increase in overdose cases between 2019 and 2023.
SourceAmerican Academy of Pediatrics·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateSep 27, 2024
A new study of nearly 2,000 former NFL players shows that about one-third believe they have chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a condition linked to repeated head trauma. Players who believed they had CTE reported more cognitive problems and higher rates of treatable conditions such as depression and low testosterone.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalJAMA Neurology·TypeObservational study·DateSep 23, 2024
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A third of living former professional football players reported perceived chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) associated with an increased prevalence of suicidality. Men with CTE had cognitive impairment and more health problems compared to those without CTE, highlighting a novel risk factor for suicidality.
A new study led by Case Western Reserve University finds a significant increase in suicidality among Black youth on Chicago's South Side, attributing it to factors such as bullying, community violence, and neglectful parenting. The study also identifies authoritarian parenting as a protective factor against suicidality.
SourceCase Western Reserve University·JournalThe Journal for Nurse Practitioners·TypeMeta-analysis·DateSep 19, 2024