Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

This month, we're turning our attention to National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, an important time dedicated to raising awareness, breaking stigma, and exploring the science behind mental health and suicide prevention.

Latest news releases

Updates every hour. Last Updated: 3-Sep-2025 06:11 ET (3-Sep-2025 10:11 GMT/UTC)

13-Aug-2025

ADHD medication linked to reduced risk of suicide, drug abuse, transport accidents and criminal behaviour

BMJ Group
Peer-Reviewed Publication
11-Aug-2025

Study urges reform in mental health screening for incarcerated youth

Florida Atlantic University
Peer-Reviewed Publication
8-Aug-2025

Yale study: Mobile phone app reduced suicidal behavior among high-risk patients

Yale University
Peer-Reviewed Publication
6-Aug-2025

New study links 2023 Maui wildfire to spike in suicide, overdose

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Peer-Reviewed Publication