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Worry and rumination

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Stuck in a loop of worrying thoughts? Here’s how to stop it

Dwelling on your difficulties might feel like problem-solving, but it can be pernicious. There are tools to stop the habit

by Megan L Rogers

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Working on a suicide helpline changed how I talk to everyone

Volunteering at a suicide helpline has changed how I talk to everyone: I listen more, assume less, and focus on the moment

by Natalia Dashan

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History of emotions

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Suicide in Medieval England was not simply a crime or sin

Like the slow engraving of an imprint on stone: compassion and care for those struggling with suicide in medieval England

by Rebecca F McNamara

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Self-harm and suicide

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When all looks bleak, hopebuilding strategies offer a lifeline

Hopelessness is a major link in the chain that leads to suicide. Strategies to nurture hope are key in the prevention toolkit

by Kathryn Gordon

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Self-harm and suicide

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The violence of suicide reverberates in, and through, us all

A psychodynamic perspective on suicide can help us all reckon more honestly with the interconnectedness of psychic pain

by Kyle Boyd

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Self-harm and suicide

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What working in emergency care taught me about suicide risk

Most who die by suicide were considered to be at low or no risk. We need a new framework for understanding the dangers

by Gavin Tucker

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Self-harm and suicide

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Why poor sleep can lead to self-harm and suicide at university

Late nights plus exam pressure equals poor sleep. Is that why university students face higher risks of suicide and self-harm?

by Kirsten Russell & Donna Littlewood

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Law and mental health

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Advance directives for mental illness raise deep ethical questions

Created by people with mental illness when they are well, self-binding directives anticipate a shift to unwell thinking

by Tania Gergel

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Self-harm and suicide

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Why religious belief provides a real buffer against suicide risk

Under-recognised as a protective force against suicide, religious faith has multiple features that help to save lives

by David H Rosmarin

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Self-harm and suicide

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Suicide risk and social media: is it a landmine or a lifeline?

Analysing the specific experiences, not just overall usage, is key to understanding the risks and benefits of social media

by Jacqueline Nesi