Diseases Of Despair
The diseases of despair refers to the connection between increased hopelessness and depression, suicidal thoughts, and substance abuse.
Article Category: Suicide
Opioid-Related Deaths Are On The Rise In America
Opioid-related overdoses have climbed up 137% from 2019 to 2020. By April of this year, drug overdose deaths were up 11.4%.
Suicide Network Of Teens Is Linked To 15 Deaths
A suicide network of teenage girls has been linked to 15 deaths so far. One young woman is making it her mission to try and protect these vulnerable girls.
FCC Unanimously Approves New Three-Digit Number As U.S. Suicide Prevention Hotline
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved proposal for a new and easier to access National Suicide Prevention Hotline, 988.