Articles tagged as: suicide
December 17, 2024
Parents of 10-year-old boy who died by suicide claim Indiana school district is responsible in lawsuit
The parents of a 10-year-old boy who died by suicide earlier this year have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the fourth grader’s school district, Greenfield-Central Community Schools.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2023
Nearly a quarter of Indiana LGBTQ youth attempt suicide. This year, anti-LGBTQ bills at the Statehouse tripled
State numbers show nearly a quarter of LGBTQ youth have attempted suicide. The numbers come in a year when lawmakers filed more than two dozen bills with anti-LGBTQ+ themes.
Read MoreDecember 12, 2022
Burnout, low pay contribute to shortage of animal care professionals
Professionals who care for dogs, cats, birds and other household pets are encountering staff shortages and worker burnout as the industry is seeing an increase in pet care needs.
Read MoreApril 20, 2022
17 U.S. veterans die by suicide every day. A new campaign aims to change that
Seventeen veterans die by suicide everyday in the U.S. Gov. Eric Holcomb is trying to change that by involving Indiana with a new nationwide awareness campaign.
Read MoreMarch 8, 2022
IMPD employs effective de-escalation plan for the mentally ill
Law enforcement and emergency personnel are trained to peacefully resolve hostage or suicide situations for everyone involved. Officers face additional challenges if the perpetrator shows signs of mental illness.
Read MoreJanuary 18, 2021
Talk To Children About Mental Health And Suicide, Experts Say
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on Americans' mental health. Hotline calls have increased. And doctors have seen an increase in depression like symptoms in patients -- even children. Health professionals are encouraging adults to talk to children about mental health and suicide.
Read MoreJuly 5, 2019
Would You Want A Bully's Parents To Pay A Fine? Some Anti-Bullying Advocates Say 'Yes'
At least two Indiana school districts face federal lawsuits claiming they didnt do enough to protect students from bullying.
Read MoreNovember 24, 2017
Analysis Urges Better Policy To Prevent Death Due To Pain
The study suggests the rate of Hoosiers dying from drugs, alcohol and suicide will continue to rise.
Read MoreAugust 17, 2017
Research: Biomarkers Could Help Prevent Suicide
The latest research from Dr. Niculescu show biomarkers found in blood tests are universally useful in determining who is at risk for suicide.
Read MoreAugust 15, 2017
'Mission Recovery' Helps Guard Members Access Treatment
The new program is a partnership between the Indiana National Guard, Fairbanks Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Community Health Network.
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