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: 4-Sep-2025 17:11 ET (4-Sep-2025 21:11 GMT/UTC)

15-Aug-2025

Thousands of kids in mental health crisis are stuck for days in hospital emergency rooms, study finds

Oregon Health & Science University
Peer-Reviewed Publication
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