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In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Singer, a renowned suicide prevention specialist and professor of social work, delves into crisis intervention, the future of mental health treatment for children, and the vital role schools play in teaching mental health.

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In this episode, David and John interview Dr. Thomas Joiner, an expert in suicide research. They talk about how suicide connects to evolutionary biology. The discussion covers:

• Self-sacrifice in social insects and its relation to human suicide.
• Higher suicide rates among men.
• The roles of loneliness and belongingness in suicide risk.
• Challenges faced by farmers.
• The impact of societal expectations on men's mental health.

Thomas also shares his personal experience of losing his father to suicide.

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David and John welcome Dr. Thomas Niederkrotenthaler, a suicidologist and mental health researcher, to discuss the Papageno Effect, which focuses on stories of hope and recovery. During this episode, the trio discusses the power of storytelling and its impact on suicide prevention as a means to counteract the negative effects of suicide reporting.

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The 988 Podcast offers an engaging format and informative content, simplifying staying informed about crucial behavioral health topics. Discover more about 988 to enhance behavioral health care with David and John: The 988 Podcast by visiting https://behavioralhealthlink.com/bhlp.

About Us:
Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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