The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline was established in 2005 to provide a vital safety net for those in crisis. With rising rates of suicide and mental health problems, it became obvious that a ...
Suicide rates among teens and young adults declined in the two years after the launch of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
A new study by Harvard researchers found that since the launch of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in 2022, suicide deaths among young adults have decreased. The researchers say it's a sign the ...
While the link between suicide and mental disorders (in particular, depression and alcohol use disorders) is well established in high-income countries, many suicides happen impulsively in moments of crisis with a breakdown in the ability to deal with life stresses, such as financial problems, relationship break-up or chronic pain and illness.
NPR: Suicide rates have declined since the launch of 988 suicide hotline, study finds
Suicide rates have declined since the launch of 988 suicide hotline, study finds
WBUR: 988 lifeline led to fewer suicide deaths among young adults, Harvard researchers say
988 lifeline led to fewer suicide deaths among young adults, Harvard researchers say
Every year close to 800 000 people die as a result of suicide. This is one death every 40 seconds. Beyond this, suicide has a ripple effect that impacts on societies, communities, friends and families who have lost a loved one to suicide. So, yes, suicide really is a serious public health problem.
The reasons for suicide are multi-faceted, influenced by social, cultural, biological, psychological, and environmental factors present across the life-course. For every suicide there are many more people who attempt suicide. A prior suicide attempt is an important risk factor for suicide in the general population.