August 2025

Photo by caroline gunderson on Unsplash Suicide among older adults in Wisconsin is a growing and urgent concern. In 2023, 184 older adults in the state died by suicide, representing about one in five of all suicide deaths. These tragedies are often rooted in a combination of factors: social isolation, chronic health challenges, financial hardship, […]

Photo by reza hoque on Unsplash The Niagara Falls State Park has installed a new four-foot buffer along the observation deck after two recent suicides. This measure is meant to provide a physical barrier at one of the world’s most iconic natural sites, a place that has sadly seen more than thirty suicides on the

Photo by sydney Rae on Unsplash The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has published new research findings on the connections between toxic exposure, suicide risk, and pain management for Veterans. The VA’s wrap-up highlights several discoveries: Veterans exposed to toxins during service, such as those working with heavy equipment or aircraft maintenance, are at higher

Photo by Rick Proctor on Unsplash The DEA is newly promoting claims linking marijuana use to depression and suicide, just after the appointment of a new administrator. The article, titled “Cannabis Use Increases Depressive and Suicidal Thinking,” highlights concerns about mental health risks associated with cannabis, especially among adolescents and young adults, citing studies that

Photo by Patrick Buck on Unsplash According to the report, both depression episodes and suicidality among teens have decreased during this period, signaling a positive shift in youth mental health. While suicide remains a leading cause of death for young people in the United States, this recent downturn offers a glimmer of hope for families,