Suicide risk
NIH Seeking Input on Suicide Trends In Black Youth
Suicide is the second highest cause of death in adolescents; almost 1 in 5 adolescents consider suicide, and more than 1 in 10 come up with a plan. For Black youth, those ideas are increasingly turning into action. 
Trying To Be Perfect May Lead To Suicide Ideation, Poor Mental Health
Trying to be perfect at everything could be a risk factor for suicide ideation. 
'13 Reasons Why': Netflix Series Linked To More Suicide Web Searches
The teen drama “13 Reasons Why” is linked to an increase in web searches related to suicidal ideation, according to a new study. 
Suicide Contagion May Have Played A Role In Chester Bennington's Death
Suicide contagion, where vulnerable individuals are more likely to contemplate suicide after a loved one takes their own life, may have played a role in Chester Bennington's death. 
Poor Sleep Habits May Be A Warning Sign Of Suicidal Thoughts Gradually Getting Worse
Poor sleep may predict increased risk for suicide symptoms in young adults, a Stanford study found. 
7 Surprising Facts About Men’s Health: They Die Sooner, More Likely To Get Struck By Lightning, And More
Men suffer from many distinctive health issues; here’s 7 surprising facts about their wellbeing. 
Does Marijuana Have Dangerous Side Effects? Daily Weed Smoking Linked To More Suicidal Thoughts
A new study has found that heavy weed smokers are more likely to have thoughts of suicide than those who smoke less. 
Aaron Hernandez Dead From Apparent Suicide, An Act That Kills More Prisoners Than Drugs, Murder, And Accidents
Aaron Hernandez was found dead in an apparent suicide attempt in his prison cell; suicide and mental health issues are of rising concern in the U.S. correctional system. 
Teen Suicide Attempts Drop: Are Same-Sex Marriage Laws Responsible?
Are society’s changing attitudes toward homosexuality leading to a decrease in suicide attempts? LGBTQ teens have been at risk. 
Sexual Orientation And Mental Health: LGBTQ People Have No Higher Risk Of Long-term Mental Health Problems
Being gay doesn’t put you at risk for mental illness — it’s the other events in your life.
