The Arctic Suicides: Your Questions Answered
You asked: If it's not the dark, is it the cold? Why did you focus on men, not women? And how can we help?
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How Do You Help Someone Who Is At Risk Of Suicide?
Are there specific things you should say — or not say — to a family member or friend who seems to be potentially suicidal?
Suicide Rates Climb In U.S., Especially Among Adolescent Girls
After a decline throughout the '90s, suicide rates have reversed course. Suicide has increased in almost every age group over the past 15 years.
The Arctic Suicides: It's Not The Dark That Kills You
Greenland has the world's highest suicide rate. And teen boys are at the highest risk.
Life Expectancy Drops For White Women, Increases For Black Men
Suicide, drug abuse and alcohol have started to shorten the lives of white women, a U.S. report on data from 2013 to 2014 suggests. Life-expectancy for many black men went up from 71.8 years to 72.2.
Canadian First Nation Declares State Of Emergency Over Suicide Attempts
The isolated Attawapiskat community is home to about 2,000 people. In March, there were 28 suicide attempts — and on Saturday night alone, 11 people tried to kill themselves, the CBC reports.
Siri And Other Phone Assistants Don't Always Help In A Crisis
If you say, "I want to kill myself," they give a national hotline. But digital assistants are not as helpful if it's abuse or sexual assault.
Dave Mirra, A Superstar Of BMX, Has Died In What Police Say Was Suicide
"We love you, Dave Mirra. We're going to miss you," says the mayor of Greenville, N.C., the town where the legendary X Games athlete lived for years.
More Questions Than Answers After Probe Finds Ill. Officer Shot Himself
An expensive manhunt and long investigation ends with a finding of an elaborately staged suicide and accusations of embezzlement, shocking Lt. Charles Gliniewicz's Fox Lake neighbors.
In Reversal, Death Rates Rise For Middle-Aged Whites
A rise in suicides plus an epidemic of overdoses from prescription painkillers and heroin are key factors that have undone a long-term improvement in death rates. A weak economy may have contributed.