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Why people who attempt suicide need more than meds
People who attempt suicide can access medical care at their clinics but psychologists, psychiatrists and social workers are not part of the primary health care setting.
Talking about suicide and self-harm in schools can save lives
Youth suicide has reached a ten year high, but suicide and self-harm are still taboo topics in schools.
Australian teens doing well, but some still at high risk of suicide and self-harm
A snapshot of Australian teens shows most doing well, but as a group they are still plagued by suicide risk, self-harm and mental health problems.
How to help offenders on probation who are at high risk of suicide
Probation staff need to gain the trust of prisoners.
Teen suicide is on the rise and this is why
World Suicide Prevention Day draws attention to the rising tide of teenagers taking their own lives. "Toxic socialization" involving emotional and physical abuse in families is a major cause.
Integrated care can help prevent suicide among substance users
In South Africa one of the biggest barriers to suicide prevention is that psychiatric and substance use services are often not integrated.
Legalising same-sex marriage will help reduce high rates of suicide among young people in Australia
Same-sex attracted people have poorer mental health than their heterosexual peers, but In jurisdictions that have legalised same-sex marriage, the gap between the two is much smaller.
Back to the land: How one Indigenous community is beating the odds
One First Nations community stands out in northern Ontario, for its low rates of suicide and other mental health challenges. The residents say it's all about their connection to the land.
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.
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.
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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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Senior Research Fellow, Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne
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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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Senior Lecturer in the Psychology Department, Stellenbosch University
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Professor of Psychiatry, 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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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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