New Research Links Unemployment to Rising Suicide Rates

Published November 27, 2012

New research links unemployment to rising suicide rates

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Professionals advise a several-prong approach to addressing suicidal thoughts, including counseling, peer-to-peer support groups and sometimes medication, said Carolyn Givens, executive director of the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation. …. Screening …
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Trying to interrupt violence in New Orleans: David M. Kennedy

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The support includes dedicated case management, help with transitional housing, substance-abuse counseling and job placement. It includes a hotline that gang and group members can call to ask for help. Similar meetings have taken place in cities across …
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Domestic Violence: Everybody's Issue

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For those women who may think that drugs and alcohol are the sole reason for abuse, Vilhauer said, "Drugs and alcohol disinhibit and can exacerbate a situation. However, when you take away the substances, you are left with a sober … Her …
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Alcohol/Drug Abuse Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP, Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453, Rape and Sexual Assault: 1-800-656-4673. – by allwaswellharry (Felton.)