In this episode, we celebrate Dr. Jane Pearson and Dr. Holly Wilcox — two researchers being honored at AFSP’s 2026 Research Awards Dinner — and, with host Dr. Jill, reflect on decades of suicide prevention research.
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
May 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
In this episode, we celebrate Dr. Jane Pearson and Dr. Holly Wilcox — two researchers being honored at AFSP’s 2026 Research Awards Dinner — and, with host Dr. Jill, reflect on decades of suicide prevention research.
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
Three AFSP-funded research groups found that contributors to suicidal behavior may vary or remain consistent across different life stages and that aging alters the impact of various risk factors.
Read: https://bit.ly/4tPsHBj
#Science2StopSuicide
Read: https://bit.ly/4tPsHBj
#Science2StopSuicide
Do Factors Associated with Suicidal Behavior Change Over the Course of a Person’s Life
As part of an AFSP Linked Standard Research Grant involving three separate research groups, Drs. Jeffrey Bridge, John Keilp, and Katalin Szanto set out to understand how certain thinking skills and cl...
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May 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Three AFSP-funded research groups found that contributors to suicidal behavior may vary or remain consistent across different life stages and that aging alters the impact of various risk factors.
Read: https://bit.ly/4tPsHBj
#Science2StopSuicide
Read: https://bit.ly/4tPsHBj
#Science2StopSuicide
In this episode, we celebrate Dr. Jane Pearson and Dr. Holly Wilcox — two researchers being honored at AFSP’s 2026 Research Awards Dinner — and, with host Dr. Jill, reflect on decades of suicide prevention research.
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
May 4, 2026 at 3:13 PM
In this episode, we celebrate Dr. Jane Pearson and Dr. Holly Wilcox — two researchers being honored at AFSP’s 2026 Research Awards Dinner — and, with host Dr. Jill, reflect on decades of suicide prevention research.
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
Listen 🎧 https://lnk.to/afsp_ask-dr-jill_research-dinner
#Science2StopSuicide
What we say about suicide on social media has real-life impact. 🗣️📱
An AFSP-funded study by Dr. Mark Sinyor found that hopeful content is linked to decreases in suicide rates and can inform safer social media storytelling.
#Science2StopSuicide
Read more: https://bit.ly/46UG8WA
An AFSP-funded study by Dr. Mark Sinyor found that hopeful content is linked to decreases in suicide rates and can inform safer social media storytelling.
#Science2StopSuicide
Read more: https://bit.ly/46UG8WA
March 16, 2026 at 12:00 PM
What we say about suicide on social media has real-life impact. 🗣️📱
An AFSP-funded study by Dr. Mark Sinyor found that hopeful content is linked to decreases in suicide rates and can inform safer social media storytelling.
#Science2StopSuicide
Read more: https://bit.ly/46UG8WA
An AFSP-funded study by Dr. Mark Sinyor found that hopeful content is linked to decreases in suicide rates and can inform safer social media storytelling.
#Science2StopSuicide
Read more: https://bit.ly/46UG8WA
Have you heard that sleep can be the best medicine? 💭
This #SleepAwarenessWeek we're recognizing research efforts that link higher sleep quality to less emotional reactivity and a lower risk of suicidal ideation. 😴 🛌
Learn about the study:
https://bit.ly/3E5H6Cg
#Science2StopSuicide
This #SleepAwarenessWeek we're recognizing research efforts that link higher sleep quality to less emotional reactivity and a lower risk of suicidal ideation. 😴 🛌
Learn about the study:
https://bit.ly/3E5H6Cg
#Science2StopSuicide
March 9, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Have you heard that sleep can be the best medicine? 💭
This #SleepAwarenessWeek we're recognizing research efforts that link higher sleep quality to less emotional reactivity and a lower risk of suicidal ideation. 😴 🛌
Learn about the study:
https://bit.ly/3E5H6Cg
#Science2StopSuicide
This #SleepAwarenessWeek we're recognizing research efforts that link higher sleep quality to less emotional reactivity and a lower risk of suicidal ideation. 😴 🛌
Learn about the study:
https://bit.ly/3E5H6Cg
#Science2StopSuicide
In a crisis, access to a firearm at home can change the outcome, especially for minors at risk.
An AFSP-funded study led by Paul Nestadt, MD found Child Access Prevention (CAP) laws requiring safe storage can save children’s lives.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4rInf26
#Science2StopSuicide
An AFSP-funded study led by Paul Nestadt, MD found Child Access Prevention (CAP) laws requiring safe storage can save children’s lives.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4rInf26
#Science2StopSuicide
March 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM
In a crisis, access to a firearm at home can change the outcome, especially for minors at risk.
An AFSP-funded study led by Paul Nestadt, MD found Child Access Prevention (CAP) laws requiring safe storage can save children’s lives.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4rInf26
#Science2StopSuicide
An AFSP-funded study led by Paul Nestadt, MD found Child Access Prevention (CAP) laws requiring safe storage can save children’s lives.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4rInf26
#Science2StopSuicide
Check in on your loved ones when stressful life events take place💙
Through research, we know that stressful life events often play a role in suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Do you know someone going through it right now? Reach out
Learn more about this #Science2StopSuicide: https://bit.ly/42XLKwR
Through research, we know that stressful life events often play a role in suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Do you know someone going through it right now? Reach out
Learn more about this #Science2StopSuicide: https://bit.ly/42XLKwR
February 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Check in on your loved ones when stressful life events take place💙
Through research, we know that stressful life events often play a role in suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Do you know someone going through it right now? Reach out
Learn more about this #Science2StopSuicide: https://bit.ly/42XLKwR
Through research, we know that stressful life events often play a role in suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Do you know someone going through it right now? Reach out
Learn more about this #Science2StopSuicide: https://bit.ly/42XLKwR
🧠 Differences in brain-based decision-making and impulse control can shape suicide risk, reveals a study by Gerd Wagner, PhD and Fabrice Jollant, MD, PhD.
Read the full roundup: afsp.org/story/februa...
#Science2StopSuicide
Read the full roundup: afsp.org/story/februa...
#Science2StopSuicide
February Research Roundup 2026: Recently Published Findings From AFSP-Funded Studies
The Research Roundup is a regular update of recently published findings in suicide prevention research.
afsp.org
February 18, 2026 at 2:53 PM
🧠 Differences in brain-based decision-making and impulse control can shape suicide risk, reveals a study by Gerd Wagner, PhD and Fabrice Jollant, MD, PhD.
Read the full roundup: afsp.org/story/februa...
#Science2StopSuicide
Read the full roundup: afsp.org/story/februa...
#Science2StopSuicide
Congrats to all the early career award winners! @iasr-suicide.bsky.social #Science2StopSuicide
November 10, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Congrats to all the early career award winners! @iasr-suicide.bsky.social #Science2StopSuicide
I'm excited to attend the International Summit on Suicide Research in Boston! If you'll be there and are interested in community- and policy-based suicide prevention, I'm presenting two posters. Check them out! Looking forward to seeing everyone!
#SuicidePrevention #Science2StopSuicide #PublicHealth
#SuicidePrevention #Science2StopSuicide #PublicHealth
November 6, 2025 at 9:29 PM
I'm excited to attend the International Summit on Suicide Research in Boston! If you'll be there and are interested in community- and policy-based suicide prevention, I'm presenting two posters. Check them out! Looking forward to seeing everyone!
#SuicidePrevention #Science2StopSuicide #PublicHealth
#SuicidePrevention #Science2StopSuicide #PublicHealth
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., making suicide prevention research critical.
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
October 30, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., making suicide prevention research critical.
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., making suicide prevention research critical.
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
October 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., making suicide prevention research critical.
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
AFSP began with a small group of researchers and family members hoping to advance the suicide prevention field.
Today, we lead a network of scientists who put impactful new strategies to save lives and spread hope into action.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Today, we lead a network of scientists who put impactful new strategies to save lives and spread hope into action.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
October 29, 2025 at 2:58 PM
AFSP began with a small group of researchers and family members hoping to advance the suicide prevention field.
Today, we lead a network of scientists who put impactful new strategies to save lives and spread hope into action.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Today, we lead a network of scientists who put impactful new strategies to save lives and spread hope into action.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
When AFSP was founded, barely any research was being done to study the problem of suicide.
Today, an entire field exists of suicide prevention research, and AFSP leads the way in shaping suicide prevention strategies around the world.💙
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Today, an entire field exists of suicide prevention research, and AFSP leads the way in shaping suicide prevention strategies around the world.💙
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
October 27, 2025 at 4:48 PM
When AFSP was founded, barely any research was being done to study the problem of suicide.
Today, an entire field exists of suicide prevention research, and AFSP leads the way in shaping suicide prevention strategies around the world.💙
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Today, an entire field exists of suicide prevention research, and AFSP leads the way in shaping suicide prevention strategies around the world.💙
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Thanks to research, we know lifesaving information like:
💙 Placing prevention programs in communities lowers their suicide rates
💬 Asking someone if they’re thinking about suicide won’t lead them to take their life
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
💙 Placing prevention programs in communities lowers their suicide rates
💬 Asking someone if they’re thinking about suicide won’t lead them to take their life
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
October 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Thanks to research, we know lifesaving information like:
💙 Placing prevention programs in communities lowers their suicide rates
💬 Asking someone if they’re thinking about suicide won’t lead them to take their life
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
💙 Placing prevention programs in communities lowers their suicide rates
💬 Asking someone if they’re thinking about suicide won’t lead them to take their life
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Research saves lives.
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
October 23, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Research saves lives.
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Research saves lives.
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
October 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Research saves lives.
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Dr. Jill and Chris Munden, AFSP’s Senior Manager of Research and Dissemination, discuss some of the research that has shown that suicide can be prevented and share some of the practical methods that may help someone in a crisis. 💙
Listen: lnk.to/ask-dr-jill_...
#Science2StopSuicide
Listen: lnk.to/ask-dr-jill_...
#Science2StopSuicide
October 22, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Dr. Jill and Chris Munden, AFSP’s Senior Manager of Research and Dissemination, discuss some of the research that has shown that suicide can be prevented and share some of the practical methods that may help someone in a crisis. 💙
Listen: lnk.to/ask-dr-jill_...
#Science2StopSuicide
Listen: lnk.to/ask-dr-jill_...
#Science2StopSuicide
Sometimes a teen struggling with their mental health just wants to talk to someone who gets them — like another teen. 🤝 💙
Learn more about teen-to-teen crisis lines and this study: https://afsp.org/grant/evaluating-the-impact-of-teen-to-teen-crisis-lines
#Science2StopSuicide
Learn more about teen-to-teen crisis lines and this study: https://afsp.org/grant/evaluating-the-impact-of-teen-to-teen-crisis-lines
#Science2StopSuicide
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Sometimes a teen struggling with their mental health just wants to talk to someone who gets them — like another teen. 🤝 💙
Learn more about teen-to-teen crisis lines and this study: https://afsp.org/grant/evaluating-the-impact-of-teen-to-teen-crisis-lines
#Science2StopSuicide
Learn more about teen-to-teen crisis lines and this study: https://afsp.org/grant/evaluating-the-impact-of-teen-to-teen-crisis-lines
#Science2StopSuicide
Right now, online mental health support has low engagement. However, research finds that online interventions that are engaging, culturally sensitive, and supportive can effectively address the mental health needs of vulnerable college populations.
Read: buff.ly/Gx7CSJl
#Science2StopSuicide
Read: buff.ly/Gx7CSJl
#Science2StopSuicide
May 15, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Right now, online mental health support has low engagement. However, research finds that online interventions that are engaging, culturally sensitive, and supportive can effectively address the mental health needs of vulnerable college populations.
Read: buff.ly/Gx7CSJl
#Science2StopSuicide
Read: buff.ly/Gx7CSJl
#Science2StopSuicide
Online mental health support has low engagement. However, research finds that online interventions that are engaging, culturally sensitive, and supportive can effectively address the mental health needs of vulnerable college populations.
Read: afsp.org/grant/increa...
#Science2StopSuicide
Read: afsp.org/grant/increa...
#Science2StopSuicide
May 15, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Online mental health support has low engagement. However, research finds that online interventions that are engaging, culturally sensitive, and supportive can effectively address the mental health needs of vulnerable college populations.
Read: afsp.org/grant/increa...
#Science2StopSuicide
Read: afsp.org/grant/increa...
#Science2StopSuicide
How can pharmacists play a key role in #SuicidePrevention efforts?
Pharm-SAVES aims to better equip pharmacists with the tools needed to support individuals at risk for suicide. Dr. Delesha Carpenter looks deeper at the effectiveness of this program: afsp.org/grant/develo...
#Science2StopSuicide
Pharm-SAVES aims to better equip pharmacists with the tools needed to support individuals at risk for suicide. Dr. Delesha Carpenter looks deeper at the effectiveness of this program: afsp.org/grant/develo...
#Science2StopSuicide
April 29, 2025 at 2:56 PM
How can pharmacists play a key role in #SuicidePrevention efforts?
Pharm-SAVES aims to better equip pharmacists with the tools needed to support individuals at risk for suicide. Dr. Delesha Carpenter looks deeper at the effectiveness of this program: afsp.org/grant/develo...
#Science2StopSuicide
Pharm-SAVES aims to better equip pharmacists with the tools needed to support individuals at risk for suicide. Dr. Delesha Carpenter looks deeper at the effectiveness of this program: afsp.org/grant/develo...
#Science2StopSuicide
🎓 Friends and colleagues, I'm stepping out of my comfort zone to ask for your support.
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #AcademicSky #Science2StopSuicide
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #AcademicSky #Science2StopSuicide
Donate to Support Flynn's Bullying & Suicide Prevention Research, organized by Flynn Kelly-Brunyak
Thank you for visiting and considering this fundraising campa… Flynn Kelly-Brunyak needs your support for Support Flynn's Bullying & Suicide Prevention Research
gofund.me
February 26, 2025 at 12:59 PM
🎓 Friends and colleagues, I'm stepping out of my comfort zone to ask for your support.
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #AcademicSky #Science2StopSuicide
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #AcademicSky #Science2StopSuicide
🎓 Friends and colleagues, I'm stepping out of my comfort zone to ask for your support.
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #MentalHealth #Science2StopSuicide
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #MentalHealth #Science2StopSuicide
Donate to Support Flynn's Bullying & Suicide Prevention Research, organized by Flynn Kelly-Brunyak
Thank you for visiting and considering this fundraising campa… Flynn Kelly-Brunyak needs your support for Support Flynn's Bullying & Suicide Prevention Research
gofund.me
February 26, 2025 at 12:52 PM
🎓 Friends and colleagues, I'm stepping out of my comfort zone to ask for your support.
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #MentalHealth #Science2StopSuicide
I have been invited to present my research in Norway!
If you're able to contribute or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful: gofund.me/7794966e
#PsychologyResearch #MentalHealth #Science2StopSuicide
Made it home from my first @SuicideSummit and am feeling very grateful to be a part of such an inspirational and dedicated group of researchers. I’m excited to see the field moving in innovative directions, and can’t wait to see what comes next. #Science2StopSuicide
November 14, 2024 at 5:08 PM
Made it home from my first @SuicideSummit and am feeling very grateful to be a part of such an inspirational and dedicated group of researchers. I’m excited to see the field moving in innovative directions, and can’t wait to see what comes next. #Science2StopSuicide