A large retrospective study examines the impact of pandemic-related school closures on children's mental health, finding that adolescent females were disproportionately affected. The study reveals a substantial rise in hospitalizations for suicide, psychosis, and eating disorders after statewide school closure orders.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalPsychiatric Services·TypeObservational study·DateMay 26, 2022
A global analysis of firearm suicide data found that deaths from self-inflicted shootings decreased worldwide between 1990 and 2019. However, an increase in firearm suicides was observed in 31 countries, particularly in developing nations, suggesting a need for targeted public health efforts to reduce these deaths.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateMay 25, 2022
Adolescents with access to firearms have a 1.5 times higher odds of prior suicide attempt and current suicidal ideation, according to the study. Over 40% of adolescents presenting to the ED had moderate to severe depressive symptoms and access to a gun.
SourceAnn & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago·JournalAcademic Pediatrics·DateMay 24, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic saw a devastating rise in adolescent mental health crises, with 60% of admitted patients exhibiting suicidal ideation or attempting suicide. Mental health admissions increased for depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and substance-related disorders, particularly among girls.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalHospital Pediatrics·DateMay 17, 2022
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A new observational study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center compares an artificial intelligence algorithm with face-to-face screening for estimating suicide risk. The ensemble learning method produced nearly always better predictions across the board compared to C-SSRS or VSAIL alone.
SourceVanderbilt University Medical Center·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 16, 2022
A recent study published in Journal of the American Pharmacists Association found that pharmacists are at a higher risk of suicide compared to the general population, with a rate of 20 per 100,000 pharmacists versus 12 per 100,000 in the general population.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalJournal of the American Pharmacists Association·DateMay 13, 2022
Researchers investigated patterns of reported suicidal thoughts, planning, and behavior among firearm owners compared to non-owners. The study found a significant association between gun ownership and increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 11, 2022
Researchers say expanded inquiries can save lives by identifying vulnerable individuals who may not be reporting suicidal ideation. Tailoring assessments to individual situations can help medical professionals uncover hidden risks and prevent tragedies.
SourceOhio State University Wexner Medical Center·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 11, 2022
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A recent study found significant racial and ethnic disparities in excess deaths from external causes, including homicide, suicide, and transportation accidents. The study estimated these disparities during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address health inequities.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateMay 9, 2022
Researchers developed a novel gene expression approach to identify potential blood biomarkers associated with suicide in major depressive disorder. The study analyzed data from non-preserved blood samples and found significant differences in gene expression changes linked to stress response, immune dysregulation, and telomere maintenance.
SourceUniversity of California - Irvine·JournalTranslational Psychiatry·DateMay 5, 2022
Researchers at the University of South Florida conducted a comprehensive review of data on 25,000 Canadians and found that long-term well-being is a realistic goal for some patients with mental illnesses. The study revealed that symptoms only correlate modestly with well-being, and that earlier treatment may improve outcomes.
SourceUniversity of South Florida·JournalClinical Psychological Science·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 3, 2022
The May issues of American Psychiatric Association journals explore the cognitive impacts of long-term cannabis use, the intersection of climate change and mental health, and tools to address children's mental health. The American Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Services feature research reports on these topics.
SourceAmerican Psychiatric Association·JournalAmerican Journal of Psychiatry·DateMay 2, 2022
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A Rutgers study found that nontraditional 9/11 emergency workers are more than five times as likely to have considered suicide, with 12.5% expressing suicidal ideation compared to 2.2% of traditional first responders. Factors contributing to this disparity include inadequate training and financial hardship.
SourceRutgers University·JournalJournal of Affective Disorders·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 2, 2022
A study of 9.5 million California women found that acquiring a handgun by a cohabitant sharply increased the risk of suicide among women living in handgun-free homes. Women who lived in households without handgun owners had a significantly lower rate of suicidal thoughts and behaviors compared to those with cohabitants owning firearms.
A new study found that electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) significantly reduced the risk of suicide among patients with depression in the year following hospitalization. The study, which analyzed data from over 67,000 patients, showed a 50% lower risk of suicide among those who received ECT compared to those who did not.
SourceCentre for Addiction and Mental Health·JournalThe Lancet Psychiatry·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 26, 2022
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A recent study by Boston Children's Hospital found a significant increase in adolescent suicide rates during the pandemic. The analysis of data from 2015 to 2020 revealed a sharp rise in suicides among youth aged 10-19, with 14 states experiencing particularly high numbers.
Firearm-related deaths have surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death among children under 19, with a widening racial gap. Secure gun storage counseling and hospital-based violence intervention programs show promise for prevention and reduction of all three categories of gun violence.
SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalPEDIATRICS·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 21, 2022
Adults exposed to chronic parental domestic violence have higher rates of depression, anxiety disorders, and substance abuse, but many thrive despite their early adversity. Social support plays a crucial role in maintaining good mental health.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalJournal of Family Violence·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 20, 2022
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A survey study found increased risk factors and worse outcomes among transgender and gender-questioning high school students compared to their cisgender peers. The study highlights the need for targeted support and interventions to address these health disparities.
Research from Trinity College Dublin suggests that cumulative childhood trauma is a key indicator of suicide ideation among university students. The study found that 35.2% of participants reported adverse childhood experiences, and serious levels of suicidal thoughts were common.
SourceTrinity College Dublin·JournalBJPsych Open·TypeSurvey·DateApr 13, 2022
A new nationally representative study found that two in five adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were in excellent mental health. Being married, physically active, free from chronic pain, and having no history of depression or anxiety were associated with complete mental well-being.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalInternational Journal of Applied Positive Psychology·TypeSurvey·DateApr 12, 2022
A new study reveals that firearm retailers and law enforcement agencies in Colorado and Washington support providing temporary, voluntary firearm storage options. The concept aims to increase safety by limiting access to firearms during times of crisis, such as suicidal thoughts or Alzheimer's disease. However, concerns about civil lia...
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalSuicide and Life-Threatening Behavior·DateApr 6, 2022
A study of 470,000 rural US veterans found that receiving video-enabled tablets during the COVID-19 pandemic led to increased use of mental health care via video and psychotherapy visits. The tablets also reduced suicide-related behavior and emergency department visits among this population.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 6, 2022
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A study of 470,000 rural US veterans found that receiving a video-enabled tablet during the COVID-19 pandemic led to increased use of virtual mental health care services. This resulted in reduced emergency department visits and suicide-related behavior, highlighting the benefits of telehealth in rural areas.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 6, 2022
A recent study examined changes in suicide rates in Japan from 2009 to 2021, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings indicate a significant increase in suicides during this period, particularly among young people and those with mental health conditions.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 29, 2022
A study published in International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry found that antidepressants were associated with a lower risk of suicide among residents aged 75+, who had a significantly increased risk if taking sleep medication or having a history of self-harm. The research highlights the need for early recognition and quality care ...
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalInternational Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 28, 2022
A survey of nearly 30,000 Korean high school students found a strong association between non-academic internet usage and mental health issues such as stress and suicidal ideation. Students who spent more time online reported better health, reduced stress, and fewer feelings of sadness and suicidal thoughts.
A survey study found that firearm ownership is prevalent among individuals with major depressive symptoms, suggesting a need for focused interventions to mitigate suicidal behavior. The study highlights the importance of addressing firearm access and use in individuals with mental health conditions.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 21, 2022
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A recent study found that age-adjusted suicide rates among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) veterans receiving care in the VHA system increased by nearly 150% over two decades. The youngest age group, aged 18-39 years, had the highest suicide rate of 66.0 per 100,000 person-years.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalMedical Care·DateMar 18, 2022
A Rutgers study found that individuals who die by suicide with a firearm are more likely to disclose suicidal thoughts to others but less likely to seek mental health treatment. Approximately 90% of firearm-related suicides result in death, compared to less than 5% for other methods.
SourceRutgers University·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 14, 2022
A dramatic increase in suicidal ingestions was reported among preadolescent children over the past two decades. The analysis of national poison data showed a significant rise in this trend, highlighting the need for increased awareness and prevention strategies.
A systematic review found that mobile apps based on ecological momentary intervention (EMI) may be a useful tool for managing patients at risk of suicide. EMI interventions can provide 'low-cost, 24/7 support' and are particularly promising for adolescents and young adults who are comfortable with digital technologies.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalHarvard Review of Psychiatry·DateMar 10, 2022
A study published in Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior reveals subgroups of firearm owners in the United States who can be trusted to discuss safe storage. The study found that certain groups, such as those owning multiple firearms or shotguns and rifles, may require more individualized conversations about safe storage.
SourceWiley·JournalSuicide and Life-Threatening Behavior·DateMar 9, 2022
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A Rutgers study identifies reliable sources for firearm safety information among subgroups of gun owners. Family members and law enforcement are consistently ranked as credible, while celebrities and NRA representatives are less trusted.
SourceRutgers University·JournalSuicide and Life-Threatening Behavior·TypeSurvey·DateMar 9, 2022
A recent study found that only 56.9% of transgender respondents felt treated equally in routine appointments, while 48.2% reported their primary care doctor was supportive of gender-affirming care needs. The researchers recommend incorporating transgender healthcare into medical school curricula to improve care for transgender patients.
SourceOxford University Press USA·JournalFamily Practice·TypeSurvey·DateMar 9, 2022
A new study finds that conversion therapy has significant economic costs and psychological harms for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning youths in the US. The therapy is also associated with increased rates of depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts among this population.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Pediatrics·DateMar 7, 2022
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The March issues of American Psychiatric Association journals focus on the genomics of psychopathology, exploring its relationship with various mental illnesses. Research highlights unique genetic patterns among individuals who die by suicide using violent means.
SourceAmerican Psychiatric Association·JournalAmerican Journal of Psychiatry·DateMar 3, 2022
A study of 104 transgender and nonbinary youths found that gender-affirming care reduces depression and suicidal thoughts over 12 months. The treatment significantly improved mental health outcomes in the participants.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateFeb 25, 2022
Researchers found that 6.7% of jail detainees threatened SSH in the past three months, and 4.5% attempted SSH in the past year. The study suggests that jails should develop an empirically driven suicidal risk assessment to improve institutional safety and prevent suicide.
SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalCorrections·TypeMeta-analysis·DateFeb 24, 2022
Research suggests stress plays a bidirectional role in AFib, both increasing episodes and contributing to mental health issues. Stress reduction strategies, such as mindfulness-based stress reduction and anxiolytic therapy, may improve AFib symptoms and quality of life.
SourceAmerican College of Cardiology·JournalJACC Clinical Electrophysiology·TypeLiterature review·DateFeb 23, 2022
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Firearm deaths have overtaken car crashes as the leading cause of premature US trauma deaths, with firearm suicides highest in older white men and firearm homicides highest in young black men. Firearm-related deaths increased steadily over the past decade, accounting for 12.6 million years of potential life lost between 2009 and 2018.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalTrauma Surgery & Acute Care Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 22, 2022
USF researchers analyzed 5,017 suicide victims' cases from 2019, finding that 69% of violent deaths in Florida were caused by suicide. The study highlights the critical need to study suicides among underrepresented youth, especially younger Black males.
A new Rutgers study found that anti-Black and anti-LGBTQ policies in US states are associated with increased suicide risk among young Black sexual minority men. The study highlights the need for policy reform to reduce suicide risk among this population.
SourceRutgers University·JournalJournal of Research on Adolescence·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 22, 2022
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A UTSA-led study found that post-9/11 military veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are at higher risk of chronic disease, mortality, and mental health issues compared to the general population. The study estimates excess deaths among a large cohort of veterans and highlights the need for better methods of intervening.
SourceUniversity of Texas at San Antonio·JournalJournal of the American Medical Association·DateFeb 17, 2022
Research reveals that people who have had COVID-19 are more likely to experience mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders, within a year after recovery from the virus. The study found that COVID-19 survivors were 60% more likely to suffer from mental health problems than those who were not infe...
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalThe BMJ·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 16, 2022
A national study found that states with higher labor underutilization, non-Hispanic white populations, and opioid prescriptions had higher SIM rates. States with centralized medicolegal death investigation systems detected more SIM cases due to toxicologic testing.
SourceWest Virginia University·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateFeb 9, 2022
A new study finds that adolescents with frequent suicidal thoughts are at risk for a range of psychological and social issues, including depression, anxiety, attention disorders, and more. Pediatricians can use screening tools to identify teens who need help, regardless of whether they will attempt suicide.
SourceMassachusetts General Hospital·JournalJournal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 7, 2022
A clinical trial published by The BMJ found ketamine to be a short-term effective treatment for some suicidal patients hospitalized for severe ideation. Patients with bipolar disorder showed significant improvement, while those with major depression or other mental illnesses did not.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 2, 2022
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Research suggests social factors contributing to rising US mortality from suicide and substance abuse are less prevalent in other industrial nations. The study calls for new programs to address this crisis.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Psychiatry·DateFeb 2, 2022
A new study found that patients with chronic non-communicable diseases are more than twice as likely to die from any cause if they also have a psychiatric comorbidity. Comorbid psychiatric disorders were associated with higher all-cause mortality rates, ranging from 5.5-21.1%.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateJan 27, 2022
A national survey of over 2,000 adults aged 50-80 found that most support steps to reduce firearm injury risk, including safety counseling and background checks. The study highlights opportunities to help older adults recognize and address risks in their homes, particularly for those living with children or experiencing cognitive decline.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalPreventive Medicine·TypeSurvey·DateJan 27, 2022
A new UBC study confirms that men are at increased risk of mental illness, including anxiety and depression, when they transition out of relationships. The study found that men often downplay issues in their relationships, leading to further conflict, and may turn to substances to cope with feelings such as anger and regret.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·TypeObservational study·DateJan 26, 2022
A new study found that adolescents who reported suicidal ideation were more likely to report infrequent seat belt use and drunk driving. The researchers emphasized the need for mental health support to protect adolescent health and well-being.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalJAMA Pediatrics·TypeSurvey·DateJan 19, 2022
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A global study led by TGen found five genes linked to brain regions that may help prevent suicidal behavior. The research could inform predictive models of suicide risk in patients with mental disorders.
SourceThe Translational Genomics Research Institute·JournalEuropean Neuropsychopharmacology·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJan 10, 2022
The January issues of American Psychiatric Association journals feature new research on the factors underlying alcohol and cannabis use, as well as their interactions with other psychiatric illnesses. The journals also address disparities in coercive treatment for psychosis and provide insights into mental health services delivery.
SourceAmerican Psychiatric Association·JournalAmerican Journal of Psychiatry·DateJan 4, 2022
A study reveals child maltreatment increases risk factors for suicidal behaviors in adolescents, including emotional dysregulation and stress. The research suggests that addressing these issues through regulation strategies and reducing new stressful events can help prevent suicidal behaviors.
SourceUniversity of Barcelona·JournalJournal of Clinical Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateDec 16, 2021
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A study found that a hip hop song about suicide prevention led to an increase in calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and a reduction in suicides. The researchers suggest that positive media stories can have a protective effect, particularly for hard-to-reach groups.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeObservational study·DateDec 13, 2021
Researchers found alarmingly high attendance rates at hospital emergency departments for children, teens, and adult victims of child abuse and neglect. Children exposed to child maltreatment have substantially increased risk of attending emergency departments during childhood and early adulthood.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalChild Abuse & Neglect·TypeCase study·DateDec 13, 2021
A new publication sheds light on how words used in relation to firearm injuries and deaths can impact prevention efforts. The authors emphasize the need for shared, informed, non-judgmental language to create trust and sustainable collaboration among clinicians, researchers, and the public.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalAmerican Journal of Public Health·DateDec 8, 2021
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A new study by Centre for Addiction and Mental Health reveals an association between trans individuals' need for acute mental health care and experiences of marginalization. Transgender individuals who access acute mental health care are twice as likely to be diagnosed with personality disorders than the general population.
SourceCentre for Addiction and Mental Health·JournalPsychiatric Services·DateDec 8, 2021