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New findings show a direct causal relationship between unemployment and suicide

Studies using traditional statistical methods have long indicated a link between unemployment and suicide. But until now it has been unclear if this relationship is causal. That is, even though the suicide rate is higher among the unemployed, can we definitely say unemployment directly leads to suicide?

The Conversation · Jul 12, 2023

Suicide prevention in schools and workplaces: How to build resilience and coping skills

Suicide has been a prominent cause of loss of life in contemporary society. There are innumerable reasons that may lead to suicide, but they can be broadly categorized under neurobiology, personal and family history, stressful events, sociocultural environment, and psychological factors.

The Times of India · Jul 12, 2023

Beaten for wearing bindi at school, Class 10 girl ends life in Jharkhand

BJP president Babulal Marandi shocked by school girl's suicide after being beaten for wearing bindi; appeals to CM Soren to take stern action & cancel school's affiliation. NCPCR taking cognizance of matter.

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023

Lockerbie-based mental health campaigner takes part in Baton of Hope campaign

The project aims to open up necessary conversations and prompt appropriate actions around the issues of mental health and suicide

Daily Record · Jul 12, 2023

Fibromyalgia linked to heightened risk of death: Research

According to a pooled data analysis of the available evidence, fibromyalgia, a condition that causes persistent widespread pain and fatigue, may be linked to an increased risk of death due to vulnerability to accidents, infections, and, in particular, suicide. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jul 11, 2023

Katie Allan's mum pays tribute to daughter before hearing into Polmont death

Katie Allan, from Giffnock, died by suicide while serving a 16-month sentence for a drink driving offence at His Majesty's Young Offenders Institution Polmont near Falkirk.

Daily Record · Jul 11, 2023

Popular UK-approved weight-loss drugs being investigated in Europe for suicide risk

Three cases of suicidal and self-harm thoughts identified in Iceland, regulator says

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

The 988 lifeline, one year later

Last year, over 4.5 million calls were made to the 988 lifeline. But how many didn't call, who perhaps needed it?

Salon · Jul 10, 2023

The Robodebt Report Absolutely Skewered Our Politicians So Here’s Yr Explainer On Its Findings

The report called for certain politicians to be referred to criminal and civil prosecutions for the "cruel" scheme.

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 10, 2023

'I'm ready to jump out of a plane to help people like my brother', says Shirley Ballas

Shirley's challenge will be in memory of her brother David, who took his life 20 years ago, and to raise funds for the suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (Calm).

Daily Mirror · Jul 9, 2023