Suicide Attempts in the US Increase in 8-Year Period
From 2004-2004 to 2012-2013, there was an overall increase in suicide attempts among US adults.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Overemphasis on Performance and Achievement “Killing” Medical Students, Mount Sinai Dean Says
Such measures will be unsuccessful in improving students’ mental health if how performance and achievement are measured at the school is not also changed.
It’s Time to Support Physicians in Recovery
Stereotypes not only help keep providers with mental health issues in the closet, they also place patients at risk.
Spouses Bereaving Suicides Have Increased Health Risks, Study Shows
There were elevated risks of developing mental disorders and physical disorders relative to the general population.
Suicide Rates Increased 24% in the United States Since 1999
Rates have climbed the most among middle-aged men and girls aged 10 to 14.
Using MRIs To Assess Suicide Risk in Young Bipolar Patients
There are specific differences found in the brains of those who attempt suicide and those who do not.
Depression and Suicide Ideation Significant Among Medical Students
The prevalence of depression or depressive symptoms and suicide ideation is 27.2 and 11.1%, respectively.
Is It Time to Call ‘Burnout’ What It Really Is?
Truthfully, what is called burnout should more accurately be recognized for what it really is—abuse.
Self-Harm Leading Cause of Pregnancy-Related Deaths in Past Decade
This study reported findings that were based on records of maternal deaths in Colorado between 2004 and 2012.
New Module Aims to Help Physicians Identify Distressed Colleagues and Provide Assistance
This new module includes steps to identify doctors at risk, such as talking about risk factors and watching for warning signs of suicide.
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