The Latest Breaking News from Suicide

Lindsay Clancy ‘was begging for help’ before triple murder, former mother-in-law testifies

Susan Clancy’s testimony echoed emotional accounts the day before from Lindsay’s mother and sister

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Many youth athletes quietly struggle with eating disorders – Colorado mandates new training that could turn things around

Colorado requires middle, junior high and high school coaches in public and private schools to attend training on mental health. Currently, training is required to cover concerns specific to young athletes such as anxiety disorders, depression and suicide prevention.

The Conversation · Aug 18

OpenAI introduces ‘ChatGPT for Teens’

OpenAI has introduced a new version of its flagship ChatGPT chatbot designed exclusively for teenagers, with stronger safeguards and monitoring, after facing criticism and legal complaints that it drove some users to suicide.

Bangkok Post · Aug 18

I Went to A&E After Trying to Take My Own Life—Here’s Why Andy Burnham's New Mental Health Centres Are a Good Start But Not a Complete Solution

My suicide attempt showed me what happens when crisis care keeps you alive but leaves you feeling more alone. Andy Burnham’s new mental health centres could change that — but only if we rethink what happens behind their doors.

Marie Claire · Aug 16

Ashis Banerjee, former Bengal Dy Speaker, found hanging at TMC office

Former West Bengal Assembly deputy speaker Ashis Banerjee was found hanging at a party office. A purported suicide note was recovered from the office near his residence. Police have sent his body for post-mortem examination to ascertain the cause. Banerjee represented Rampurhat in the state Assembly for many years. Investigations…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

Burnham says death of ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday is a ‘tragedy’

If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email [email protected], or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branchIf you are based in the USA, and you or someone…

The Independent UK · Aug 15

Lindsay Clancy murder trial: prosecutors revive theory of faked suicide attempt

Prosecutors pointed to internet searches made on the family computer in the months before the killings to make their case

The Guardian - US · Aug 15

Jason Arday sent voice note to friend hours before his death

If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email [email protected], or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branchIf you are based in the USA, and you or someone…

The Independent UK · Aug 15

Jason Arday’s family issues statement after academic found dead

If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email [email protected], or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branchIf you are based in the USA, and you or someone…

The Independent UK · Aug 15

UN retrains aid workers to handle suicide calls as hunger pushes Afghans to breaking point

FIVE YEARS OF THE TALIBAN: Five years after the Taliban took over Afghanistan, aid agencies diminished by funding cuts say the country is on the brink of famine. Arpan Rai reports

The Independent UK · Aug 14