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Suicide
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When Economic Instability Turns Deadly
In Greece, there's a link between a weakened economy and mental health.
Why Men Kill Themselves
In every country in the world, male suicides outnumber female. Will Storr asks why.
What They Saw Over There
A new study suggests witnessing death, not just deployment or combat, raises soldiers' risk of suicide.
Deployment Not Necessarily Behind Military Suicides
A military study finds the length of service and dishonorable discharges have a much larger influence on suicide risk than being sent to war.
Psychedelic Drugs Might Eat Away at Suicide Risk
A new survey links psychedelic drugs to less psychological distress, and a reduced risk of suicide.
Hazards Ahead: The Problem With Trigger Warnings, According to the Research
Five studies you should read before you deploy a trigger warning.
The Lethal Consequences of Foreclosure
For those approaching retirement, foreclosure may be a suicide risk.
The Life You Save May Be Everyone Else’s
Fresh research on Facebook, fellowship, and “suicide clusters.”
The Hidden Health Costs of the Great Recession
We are almost certainly sharply underestimating the bill that is coming due.