…increased risk of suicide. In a study from 2020 published in JAMA Psychiatry, patients with Parkinson’s were shown to be at greater risk of suicide than the general population. Suicide…
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Most Americans Are in Favor of Assisted Suicide for Terminally Ill, Gallup Poll Says
…suicide is morally acceptable, compared with 29 percent of those who attend services weekly; sixty-six percent of the most religious Americans believe doctor-assisted suicide is morally wrong. Adults who do…
Is Planned Suicide Different Than Dying with Dignity?
…and six times more likely to succeed in a suicide attempt. In the United States, a senior commits suicide every 66 minutes. That’s 21.7 senior suicides per day and 7,912…
Is Suicide a “Rational” Option for Seniors?
…the desire for suicide, as we will explore later in this article. The Growing Acceptance of “Rational Suicide” with the Assistance of a Physician Attempted suicide is technically illegal —…
Depression and Suicide Prevention: What to Do When a Loved One is Depressed
…suicide. Many people don’t realize that adults ages 65 and older have a higher rate of suicide than those younger than them, and those 85 and older have the highest…
Does the VA Prioritize Mental Health Care?
…In fact, according to the 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, mental health is a chief concern for Veterans. Suicide remains the 13th leading cause of death for Veterans…
Robin Williams Would Have Been 70 This Year — What We Now Know About His Lewy Body Dementia
…to your care team. If you or your loved one is having thoughts of suicide: Find the resource that works for you: Twenty-four-hour suicide prevention hotlines can help, such as…
When Caregiver Stress Becomes Extreme
…She became so stressed about her situation that she attempted suicide, but thankfully she was unsuccessful. Rae was good at putting on a happy face, so the family did not…
Overcoming Loneliness and Depression
Rest in Peace Robin Williams Q. I was absolutely devastated to hear about Comedian Robin Williams’ suicide. My family is still in shock. I have an uncle who has suffered…
A Friendship Line for Lonely Seniors
…to on occasion? Thanks for your help! Lowan Lee — Dear Lowan, Back in 1973, the Center for Elderly Suicide Prevention & Grief Related Services in San Francisco founded the…
Veterans with PTSD Could Qualify for Service Dogs at No Cost through the PAWS Act
…returning home from deployment. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ 2020 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, veterans aged 55-74 accounted for virtually as many suicides…
Naomi Judd Left Daughters Out of Her Will — Validity of Document Is Now Being Questioned
Naomi Judd, who struggled with severe depression for years, died by suicide at age 76 on April 30, 2022. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, musician Larry…
Would You Choose Death on Your Own Terms if You Had a Terminal Illness? In 10 States, It’s Legal.
…over 18 years of age, able to self-ingest the medication, and have a prognosis of six months or less to live. Medical aid in dying is not suicide. Suicide often…
Dementia and the Right to Die
…lose their memory or burden their family. And, I’ve experienced with my mother seeing someone in pain begging to end it all. What are the legalities of assisted suicide for…
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…friends anymore. She became so stressed about her situation that she attempted suicide. Rae did not leave a note, but later stated that she fully intended to kill herself. While…
Virginia Department of Veterans Services Releases New Online Resource to Support Veterans and Military Families
…nationwide include: Suicide Prevention Resources Veterans Crisis 24/7 Hotline Veterans Crisis 24/7 Online Chat Veterans Crisis 24/7 Texting Chat Veterans Self-Check Quiz Suicide and Crisis Hotline (988) Wounded Warrior Project…
Should Doctors Ask Older People If They Have Guns at Home?
…geriatric patients who may be at a higher risk for a gun-related fatality. I have read about suicide and homicide among seniors because of dementia, delusions, memory problems, and depression….
When Medical Aid in Dying Is Legal, But Still Not Accessible
…exercise their legal right to physician-assisted suicide but can be faced with obstacles. Overcoming Obstacles to Exercising Medical Aid-in-Dying Rights We live in a country where many large hospital systems…
Should People with Dementia Be Able to Die with Dignity?
…a state Supreme Court decision on the issue) expressly state that “actions taken in accordance with [the Act] shall not, for any purpose, constitute suicide, assisted suicide, mercy killing or…
Is Physician-Assisted Death Possible for People with Dementia?
…to people with advanced stages of dementia. Switzerland allows assisted suicide with patients administering a lethal dose of medication themselves, but it must be under the supervision of a physician…