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How can suicidal behavior be detected and how should we act?

How can suicidal behavior be detected and how should we act?

The other day I found out that my friend’s daughter had attempted suicide. What a disappointment! Good thing she didn’t make it and that she’s recovering from the attempt. María, 23, is nice, has many friends and is studying medicine, which is the dream of her life. Apparently no problem. His friends would never have thought that something like […] … learn more→

Philosophy courses must not shy away from suicide

Philosophy courses must not shy away from suicide

A study published in September shows that one in five US college students has had suicidal thoughts within the past year. Research from 2009 suggests that more than half have had such thoughts at some point in their lives. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among college-age students, and there are roughly 1,000 […] … learn more→