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988 mental health crisis line gets 5 million calls, texts and chats in first year

The 3-digit suicide prevention lifeline went live a year ago. More work is needed on the 988 system, but the first year has gone more smoothly than many expected.

WEKU

Two of a family die after consuming poison; two others remain critical

Police suspect that the family was driven to committing suicide due to financial liabilities.

The Hindu

‘He is taking it to the next level’: the expert verdict on Tom Cruise’s epic Mission: Impossible stunts

Amy Johnston, a stunt veteran of Suicide Squad, Deadpool and more, analyses the new blockbuster’s hair-raising action sequences – and praises the star’s commitment to realism

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Mental health respite facilities are filling care gaps in over a dozen states

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing “988,” or the Crisis Text Line by texting “HOME” to 741741.

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Commentary: I worked with Leslie Van Houten when she was in prison. I’m glad she’s been paroled

Leslie Van Houten was released from prison Tuesday, something I never believed would happen. Not because it shouldn’t, but because it has always seemed to be political suicide to allow it. Part of the notorious Manson “family,” she was serving a life sentence for murdering Leno and Rosemary LaBianca in…

Los Angeles Times

One year in, 988 crisis line looks to next steps

One year after the creation of the three-digit crisis hotline known as 988, officials say the next step is expanding awareness and local crisis care.

Tribune News Service

Online, 'unalive' means death or suicide. Experts say it might help kids discuss those things

The word “unalive” to refer to death by suicide or homicide was coined by social media users as a way to fool algorithms on sites and apps that censor posts containing violent content

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Kevin Spacey details celebrity friendships as he describes sexual assault allegations as ‘madness’

Spacey began giving evidence from the witness box at Southwark Crown Court on Thursday, where he said he was ‘not on a suicide mission’ after being accused of ‘aggressive’ crotch grabs

The Independent UK

‘I was not on a suicide mission’: Kevin Spacey tells jury he was ‘intimate’ with man but denies assault

The Hollywood actor gave evidence from the witness box on Thursday

The Independent UK

One year in, 988 crisis line looks to next steps - Roll Call

One year after it was rolled out, officials, lawmakers and advocates say 988 has been a strong addition to the continuum of care.

Roll Call

New findings show a direct causal relationship between unemployment and suicide

Studies using traditional statistical methods have long indicated a link between unemployment and suicide. But until now it has been unclear if this relationship is causal. That is, even though the suicide rate is higher among the unemployed, can we definitely say unemployment directly leads to suicide?

The Conversation

Suicide prevention in schools and workplaces: How to build resilience and coping skills

Suicide has been a prominent cause of loss of life in contemporary society. There are innumerable reasons that may lead to suicide, but they can be broadly categorized under neurobiology, personal and family history, stressful events, sociocultural environment, and psychological factors.

The Times of India

Beaten for wearing bindi at school, Class 10 girl ends life in Jharkhand

BJP president Babulal Marandi shocked by school girl's suicide after being beaten for wearing bindi; appeals to CM Soren to take stern action & cancel school's affiliation. NCPCR taking cognizance of matter.

The Hindu

Delhi woman dies allegedly by suicide, probe underway

A 30-year-old woman died allegedly by suicide in Delhi's Bindapur area, police said on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Welcome to the Tamil Nadu Today newsletter, your guide from The Hindu on the major news stories to follow today. Minister V. Senthilbalaji requested to postpone surgery to cooperate with ED; AIADMK's Palaniswami criticized CM Stalin for assuming role of 'judge'; CM wrote to Union Minister to allot 10,000 MT…

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Minors in love end life in Telangana

Two minors, in a relationship for years, allegedly took their lives by hanging in Dubbak. The 17-year-old boy and 16-year-old girl, fearing separation, reportedly ended their lives. Bodies shifted to hospital for post-mortem. Police investigating. Roshni suicide intervention centre (+040 66202000/2001 or 8142020033/44) available for emotional breakdowns.

The Hindu

DMK councillor, husband and daughter found dead in home at Rasipuram

.Tragic news: 3 members of a DMK councillor's family in Namakkal district, TN, died by suicide. Victims were A. Devipriya, 46, her husband Arunlal, 53, and their daughter Monisha, 18. Police suspect Arunlal's inability to repay borrowed money led to the tragedy. Help available on State's health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS…

Daily Record

Lockerbie-based mental health campaigner takes part in Baton of Hope campaign

The project aims to open up necessary conversations and prompt appropriate actions around the issues of mental health and suicide

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Dynamite News

Fibromyalgia linked to heightened risk of death: Research

According to a pooled data analysis of the available evidence, fibromyalgia, a condition that causes persistent widespread pain and fatigue, may be linked to an increased risk of death due to vulnerability to accidents, infections, and, in particular, suicide. Read further on Dynamite News:

Daily Record

Katie Allan's mum pays tribute to daughter before hearing into Polmont death

Katie Allan, from Giffnock, died by suicide while serving a 16-month sentence for a drink driving offence at His Majesty's Young Offenders Institution Polmont near Falkirk.

The Independent UK

Three cases of suicidal and self-harm thoughts identified in Iceland, regulator says

Salon

The 988 lifeline, one year later

Last year, over 4.5 million calls were made to the 988 lifeline. But how many didn't call, who perhaps needed it?

Pedestrian.tv

The Robodebt Report Absolutely Skewered Our Politicians So Here’s Yr Explainer On Its Findings

The report called for certain politicians to be referred to criminal and civil prosecutions for the "cruel" scheme.

Daily Mirror

'I'm ready to jump out of a plane to help people like my brother', says Shirley Ballas

Shirley's challenge will be in memory of her brother David, who took his life 20 years ago, and to raise funds for the suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (Calm).

The Times of India

IIT-Delhi student dies by suicide in hostel: Police

NEW DELHI: A 20-year-old B.Tech student at IIT-Delhi allegedly ended his life by hanging at his hostel room, police said on Sunday.

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