US suicide rate reached highest number ever last year
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
US suicides hit an all-time high last year
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
New influencer trend could prompt mental health crises, suicide as users tune into 'fake life': Tech Founder
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
Bed rotting: TikTok's latest trend comes with health warning
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.
Angus Cloud's mother denies 'Euphoria' star died by suicide: 'He did not intend to check out of this world'
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
Nightly Roundup: Family in fear over murder suspect release, sentencing for 'Doomsday Mom'
From sentencing for 'Doomsday Mom' Lori Vallow to an uproar over the impending release of a murder suspect in Arizona, here's a look at some of our top stories this evening.
From sentencing for 'Doomsday Mom' Lori Vallow to an uproar over the impending release of a murder suspect in Arizona, here's a look at some of our top stories this evening.
Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to increase mental health coverage
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
Miami-Dade police director hospitalized after trying to take his own life on I-75 in Hillsborough County: FDLE
The director of the Miami-Dade Police Department attempted to take his own life along I-75 after a domestic incident in downtown Tampa.
The director of the Miami-Dade Police Department attempted to take his own life along I-75 after a domestic incident in downtown Tampa.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
1 year later, how is 988 mental health crisis hotline doing? Here's what you should know
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
Pete Davidson enters rehab: 'SNL' star reportedly being treated for borderline personality, PTSD
Davidson revealed his borderline personality disorder diagnosis in 2017. He tried rehab for the first time in December 2016.
Davidson revealed his borderline personality disorder diagnosis in 2017. He tried rehab for the first time in December 2016.
Meta adds new parental supervision tools for Instagram, but is it enough?
The changes come as social media companies face scrutiny over how they impact teens' mental health. But the new features require teens — and parents — to opt-in, raising questions about its effectiveness.
The changes come as social media companies face scrutiny over how they impact teens' mental health. But the new features require teens — and parents — to opt-in, raising questions about its effectiveness.
Teen Lifeline launches 'Caring Contacts'
Since the start of the pandemic, Teen Lifeline says they've seen an increase of calls and texts by 50%. Now, for the first time, they're expanding what they do to make sure there is a true connection between the teens to save lives. FOX 10's Steve NIelsen reports.
Since the start of the pandemic, Teen Lifeline says they've seen an increase of calls and texts by 50%. Now, for the first time, they're expanding what they do to make sure there is a true connection between the teens to save lives. FOX 10's Steve NIelsen reports.
Suicides and homicides among young people spiked early in pandemic, study says
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Social media mental health crisis among teens
The U.S. Surgeon General has issued a major advisory, warning that social media is feeding a "national youth mental health crisis." He specifically called out platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett joins us with the latest.
The U.S. Surgeon General has issued a major advisory, warning that social media is feeding a "national youth mental health crisis." He specifically called out platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett joins us with the latest.
Surgeon general warns social media can have 'profound risk of harm' for kids
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.
More than a quarter of Canadians think homelessness, poverty are reasons for assisted suicide
Half of respondents said those with disabilities should have access to assisted suicide
Half of respondents said those with disabilities should have access to assisted suicide
Parents create ASU scholarship in honor of late son
Brandon took his own life after serving in the Navy. His mom carries his dog tag around her neck now, and his parents say he was a victim of harassment.
Brandon took his own life after serving in the Navy. His mom carries his dog tag around her neck now, and his parents say he was a victim of harassment.
Google to add pre-written text prompts to suicide-related search results
When someone searches for suicide-related terms, they’ll see a prompt with conversation starters they can send via text in an effort to “reduce the stigma” of reaching out for help.
When someone searches for suicide-related terms, they’ll see a prompt with conversation starters they can send via text in an effort to “reduce the stigma” of reaching out for help.
'He wanted to end his life': Iowa officers rescue man about to jump off bridge
Dashcam video showed the moment to officers jumping into action to save a man who wanted to end his life.
Dashcam video showed the moment to officers jumping into action to save a man who wanted to end his life.