suicide prevention

Study Identified Potential Predictors of Suicide Attempts in 30 Days Following Suicidal Thinking
In a large population of current-duty U.S. Army soldiers, researchers have found that among those who had a documented incident of suicidal ideation, the risk of a suicide attempt within the next 30… Read More
Suicidality is Found to Affect 8 in 100 U.S. Children Before Puberty in New Study
A newly published study has revealed new facts about the risk of suicide in young people, with implications for suicide prevention efforts nationwide. Read More
Remarkable Improvement Rate Reported in Patients Who Received SAINT, an Experimental Non-Invasive Brain-Stimulation Treatment for Resistant Depression
With the help of BBRF grants, researchers are testing a new treatment for people with major depression who have not responded to existing treatments. The first report of its effectiveness is very… Read More
Brain Scans Reveal a Possible Biomarker for Suicidal Thoughts in PTSD
Researchers have used brain scanning technology to confirm a relationship between levels of a common type of receptor and the risk for suicidal thinking in people with post-traumatic stress disorder… Read More
 Program to Identify Neural Bases of Suicidal Thoughts and Emotions
Suicide rates have risen in the U.S. for nearly two decades. But it remains difficult to predict who will attempt suicide, and those at risk may not communicate to others when they experience… Read More