Teenage heartbreak doesn’t just hurt, it can kill
When teen romance crashes, adults often see it as trivial or "character building." The truth is, breakups are a major cause of suicide, drug use and self-harm.
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Despair and depression at law school are real, and need attention
Some signs seem to suggest that students studying law are prone to mental health problems and substance abuse.
Bullying and suicide: What’s the connection?
From '13 Reasons Why' to real-life events, there's been increased scrutiny on the link between bullying and suicide. However, research shows that we may not be getting the full picture.
Why the creators of ‘13 Reasons Why’ should pay attention to the spike in suicide-related Google searches
Researchers found that suicide-related searches soared in the weeks after the show's release. What are the broader public health implications?
Five things schools can do to help pupils’ mental health
What schools should be doing to deal with the crisis in children’s mental health.
Why psychologists have got it wrong on 13 Reasons Why
Many psychologists claim that 13 Reasons Why could incite young people to take their own lives. But their claims aren't supported by evidence.
Why do so many gay and bisexual men die from suicide?
Pride Month: It's time to talk about the shockingly high rate of suicide among gay and bisexual men. Photos and stories in the Still Here project document the complex reasons.
Could there be a link between genocide and suicide?
Very little is known about suicide and suicide attempts during modern genocides – but we do know there is an aftermath of suicide among victims.
Understanding disturbed sleep could help prevent suicides
A new study sheds light on the link between poor sleep and thoughts about suicide.
Could long-distance bullies in Australia face up to 20 years in jail for encouraging suicide?
Whether such a verdict would be handed down in Australia remains to be seen, but there are a few things we do know about cases like this one.
Will guilty verdict in teen texting suicide case lead to new laws on end-of-life issues?
When do words at an end-of-life decision constitute a crime? A law professor explains why lawmakers should act to clear up the gray area that remains.
13 Reasons Why follows a long literary (and misogynistic) tradition of rape and suicide
The series has divided critics: many have praised its sensitive depiction of rape and suicide, others have said it romantises taking one's own life.
You should care about your doctor’s health, because it matters to yours
If we want doctors to listen, be empathetic, solve complex problems, we need to invest seriously in their well-being.
Popular Netflix drama 13 Reasons Why sends out worrying messages about suicide
Broadcasters have a responsibility to understand the impact that certain content can have on an audience.
Unpacking claims that Mozambique suffers from a very high suicide rate
Understanding controversial suicide death estimates in Mozambique is challenging due to a lack of readily available data.
Therapy for life-threatening eating disorders works, so why can’t people access it?
Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has asked the Medicare review taskforce to consider increasing the number of subsidised mental health sessions for those with eating disorders. Why is that necessary?
Police officer suicide: it’s not just about workplace stress, but culture too
It is often assumed that police are at higher risk of suicide than other members of the community because of the stress involved in their jobs. But the picture is more complicated than that.
Why we shouldn’t ignore what 13 Reasons Why is trying to tell us
While there are some some safety concerns about watching the show, 13 Reasons Why raises many issues relevant to adolescents – and we should learn from them.
Teenagers who are both bully and victim are more likely to have suicidal thoughts
When it comes to bullying, there is a common misconception that children neatly fall into a category of bully, victim, or not involved. This is not the case.
New ways to treat depression in teenagers
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is not the only game in town when it comes to treating depression in teenagers.
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Senior Research Fellow, Violence Research and Prevention Program, Griffith University
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Senior Lecturer in Social Work, University of Salford
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Conjoint Professor of Psychiatry, UNSW
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Principal Research Fellow, Australian Institute for Suicide Research and Prevention, National Centre of Excellence in Suicide Prevention, Griffith University
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Professorial Fellow and an NHMRC Senior Principal Research Fellow, University of Melbourne
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Emeritus Professor at Flinders University and Director for International Centre for Muslim and non-Muslim Understanding, University of South Australia
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Professor of Midwifery, Western Sydney University
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Senior Research Fellow, Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne
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Director, Australian Institute for Suicide Research and Prevention, Griffith University
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Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of Liverpool
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ANU Visiting Professor, Politics and International Relations, Australian National University
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Senior Lecturer in Journalism, University of the West of England
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Assistant Professor, Counseling Psychology, Boston University
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Professor of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne
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