The causes of suicide for children younger than 10 have not been adequately studied, but warning signs have been identified.
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Proposed alternative to ‘red flag’ gun bill draws broad support
Both the original and a compromise proposal seek to keep firearms from people who pose a threat.
Maine Senate advances bill to allow assisted suicide for terminally ill patients
Thursday’s 19-16 vote to approve the measure followed a similarly close vote in the House this week.
Commentary: Veteran suicide interventions ineffective so far
Every day, 20 veterans kill themselves, and that should not be tolerated by a grateful nation.
The View From Here: Help for those who don’t know how to ask
American men are praised for self-sufficiency and rugged individuality. And it’s killing us.
U2 dedicates song to Anthony Bourdain at Apollo show
The band played ‘Stuck in a Moment You Can’t Get Out Of’ for the late chef.
Sobering report teases out factors behind rise in suicide rates
Among the stark numbers in the federal report was the one signaling a high number of suicides among people without a known mental health condition.
Data: Maine’s suicide rate is higher than the national average, and increasing
National statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that suicides are going up.
Scarborough mourns student who inspired despite a life of dislocation
Sam Mercer, who was born in Ethiopia and had only one leg, had just turned 18, was newly adopted and had been accepted to college when he took his life Friday.