This is the “longest sustained decline” in life expectancy in a century. The life expectancy of Americans has declined for the third year in a row, according to 2016-2017 data. Rising drug overdose deaths and suicide are to blame, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As the Washington Post stated, this marks… Continue reading Opioids, Suicide Push Life Expectancy Down Again In The US
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Chris Cornell’s Family Sues His Doctor Over Singer’s Suicide
Vicky Cornell believes the doctor negligently prescribed her husband mood-altering drugs. Chris Cornell shocked the rock world when he suddenly took his own life in May last year. Now his wife, Vicky Cornell, and their children are suing the doctor who prescribed Chris a slew of prescription drugs that Vicky believes led him to his death.… Continue reading Chris Cornell’s Family Sues His Doctor Over Singer’s Suicide
Aaron Hernandez Allegedly Smoked K2 For Days Before Death
One inmate says the New England Patriot spent his last days smoking K2 and “wasn’t in his right mind.” Radar Online has reported that former New England Patriots tight-end, Aaron Hernandez, spent the last two days of his life using synthetic marijuana, and died by suicide while in a chemically disoriented state. Documents viewed by Radar also… Continue reading Aaron Hernandez Allegedly Smoked K2 For Days Before Death
Verne Troyer's Cause Of Death Revealed
The Austin Powers actor had been battling alcohol addiction in the limelight for over a decade. Months after his passing in April, Verne Troyer’s cause of death has been determined. On Wednesday (Oct. 10) the Los Angeles County coroner’s office ruled the actor’s death a suicide by “sequelae of alcohol intoxication.” (Sequelae is defined as a condition… Continue reading Verne Troyer's Cause Of Death Revealed
Mike Shinoda, Chester Bennington's Widow Appear In Suicide Prevention PSA
The cast of ABC’s “A Million Little Things” also appear in the mental health PSA. The family of Chester Bennington appear in a new suicide prevention PSA, continuing the Linkin Park vocalist’s legacy through mental health advocacy. Linkin Park bandmate Mike Shinoda and Bennington’s widow, Talinda Bennington, appear alongside the cast of A Million Little… Continue reading Mike Shinoda, Chester Bennington's Widow Appear In Suicide Prevention PSA
Link Between Suicide And Opioid Use Examined
Researchers hope that the results of a new study will help them better identify those at risk for suicide. A three-year, $1.4 million study will examine the connection between opioid use and death by suicide, in hopes of more effectively identifying high-risk patients. “We know that opioid use, opioid overdose and suicide are related, but… Continue reading Link Between Suicide And Opioid Use Examined
Don't Blame Ariana Grande for Mac Miller's Death
The idea that someone holds another person’s very life in their hands and has the power to determine whether that person lives or dies is a painful and damaging misconception. I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t know very much about Mac Miller. I’ve never listened to his music or attended one of… Continue reading Don't Blame Ariana Grande for Mac Miller's Death
Michael Phelps, Jared Leto & More Join Mental Health Awareness Broadcast
Celebs and rock stars will join mental health experts for the live radio broadcast airing on September 9th at 7am. Artists, athletes, and mental health experts will come together for a two-hour radio special “I’m Listening,” to help raise awareness of the growing trend of depression and suicide—airing in time for National Suicide Prevention Week… Continue reading Michael Phelps, Jared Leto & More Join Mental Health Awareness Broadcast
How Rising Temperatures May Affect Mental Health
A new article examined the grim link between high temperatures and suicide rates. Not only is climate change dangerous to the natural environment, one writer posits, it can negatively affect mental health as well. In a new article, Bloomberg columnist Leonid Bershidsky cites research that has found that rising temperatures can increase the likelihood of… Continue reading How Rising Temperatures May Affect Mental Health
Robin Williams' Daughter Zelda Pens Tribute For His Birthday
In her Instagram tribute, Zelda encouraged fans of her father to volunteer at homeless shelters and spread kindness in his memory. July 21st marked what would have been the 67th birthday of comedy icon Robin Williams. His daughter Zelda Williams took to Instagram to pay tribute to her late father. Shortly before the actor’s birthday,… Continue reading Robin Williams' Daughter Zelda Pens Tribute For His Birthday