Why is suicide higher in older adults? Suicidal behavior is common in older adults for a number of reasons. One is that many seniors are homebound and live on their own. If their spouse has recently ...

Describe the primary factors contributing to suicide risk among older adults, the theoretical frameworks of geriatric suicide, and the different levels of intervention in geriatric suicide prevention.

On All Souls Day, many Christians will commemorate loved ones who have died. Those remembering the deceased may be comforted by pleasant memories of the time spent with them or thankful if their loved ...

Toward a Further Understanding of Suicide Risk from a Mindset Framework among Older Adults. Psychology, 17, 126-137. doi: ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. At 74, Jerry was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather who always prioritized his family's needs. As he faced mental and ...

Rigid extraverted attempters needed more closure while careless labile and callous narcissistic attempters had an earlier onset of suicidal behavior and more anger rumination. Distinct ...

In 2022, adults age 85 and older had the highest rate of any age group in the state. But help is available for everyone. Getty Images/iStockphoto Every day at the Missouri 988 Suicide & Crisis ...

The U.S. is currently home to an estimated 59 million adults over the age of 65. That number is expected to increase to 82 million by 2050 – a more than 47% increase. Of the total population in ...

LORAIN, Ohio — The Lorain County Suicide Prevention Coalition recently brought community members together for a public meeting focusing on suicide prevention, awareness and action across the county.

Downtown Dover-Foxcroft in Piscataquis County. Fewer than 5,000 people live in the county seat that was once a textile and furniture manufacturing hub. Photo by Emily Bader. Sue Mackey Andrews moved ...

At 74, Jerry was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather who always prioritized his family's needs. As he faced mental and physical health challenges, he began to feel like a burden. Believing ...