suicidal

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At a Department of War briefing last week, Defense Secretary Peter Hegseth was asked whether Iran was using “kamikaze,” or suicidal, dolphins to attack military assets in the Strait of Hormuz.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Black women have also historically reported suicidal ideation during the postpartum period at a rate roughly double that of white women.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

Autistic youth experience depression and suicidal thoughts at higher rates than non-autistic peers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

In addition, GLP-1 receptor agonists were linked to a reduced risk of suicidal behavior.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

“I play this game with Gus all the time, but it’s infuriating because he is a completely suicidal video-game player. He’s, like, way too aggressive about saving civilians and whatnot.”

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green