Suicide

Israel continues to face major mental health struggles in wake of October 7, ERAN data show

In the three years since the war began, over 928,000 people have been aided by ERAN's professional mental health teams, assisted by 1,850 volunteers.

A person seeking mental help
The US Navy Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln sails toward Laem Chabang Port before docking for a rest stop following a long deployment in the Middle East, with the Pattaya skyline in backdrop, in Chonburi province, Thailand, September 2, 2026.

Eight sailors assigned to USS Lincoln attempted suicide, Navy Secretary tells Congress

Illustrative image of a head, made of crumpled paper, looking down on a black background.

Enduring the tragedy of loss, Israeli families of suicide victims struggle to find a path to life

Lindsay Clancy watches the jury file in at the end of the day without a verdict in the triple murder trial of the Duxbury mother in Plymouth Superior Court, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, US, August 31, 2026.

Single holdout juror blocking verdict in Lindsay Clancy murder trial, defense bids removal of juror


US Navy sailor who jumped from USS Abraham Lincoln faces disciplinary action - report

A 19-year-old US Navy sailor faces disciplinary action after jumping from the USS Abraham Lincoln, as his wife says his requests for mental health care and paternity leave were ignored.

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) conducts US blockade operations related to the Strait of Hormuz on April 16, 2026.

Iranian worker’s suicide attempt exposes Islamic regime's economic crisis, expert says

A 35-year-old man, one of 20 employees laid off because of wartime conditions, attempted to take his life in Mahshahr after the Labor Department failed to respond to his requests.

An Iranian woman shops in a local market in Tehran, Iran, April 28, 2026

Defense in Lindsay Clancy case claims psychosis behind her killing her children

While Clancy admitted to killing her children, the defense has argued that due to postpartum psychosis and overmedication, she should not be held criminally responsible.

Lindsay Clancy listens in the coutroom during her murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court in Plymouth, Massachusetts, U.S., August 13, 2026.

Remembering IDF soldiers who lost their lives to hidden wounds - opinion

My heart is once again torn and hurting from receiving more devastating news.

Family and friends attend the funeral of Zehava Shaul, mother of fallen Israeli soldier Oron Shaul, at the Poria Illit Cemetery in northern Israel, July 26, 2026.

Victim of child marriage in Iran dies of wounds after self-immolation, human rights groups claim

Under Article 1041 of the Iranian Civil Code, girls under 13 and boys under 15 can legally marry with the consent of a paternal legal guardian and court approval, with no absolute minimum age set.

Islamic Republic of Iran and the Middle East and Central Asia as seen on a vintage globe, November 14, 2024

France opens investigation into prime minister's office after employee suicides - report

The unions were able to get SPM to commit to broader investigations into risks in all of its offices, France Inter claimed, which is expected to be conducted over the next few months

Participants waves French flags during a RN party event "La fete champetre" in Lievin, northern France on July 4, 2026.

Bar Asraf found deceased in apparent suicide at grave of girlfriend killed in October 7 massacre

Liron Barda worked as the bar manager at the Nova music festival in Re'im. During the October 7 massacre, she administered first aid to the wounded until she was killed.

People visit the site of the Nova music festival massacre in  Re’im, southern Israel, on December 16, 2025.

Iranian women, girls die by suicide, honor killing after Telegram sextortion channel

Over the past week, two girls in Lorestan province ended their lives after their photos were leaked on the Telegram channel.

In this photo illustration a smartphone screen displays the logo of social media app and instant messaging service Telegram, on February 19, 2026 in Bath, England; illustrative

Josh Grisetti, musical theater actor on 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,' dies at 44

His death was announced on Instagram on Sunday by his close friend and Something Rotten! co-star, actor Rob McClure.

osh Grisetti and Rob McClure from the cast of "Something Rotten" perform at 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park in Bryant Park on August 11, 2016 in New York City.

Armed reserve veteran suffering from PTSD safely disarmed after standoff in Netivot home

Advanced-Staff-Sergeant Major Ariel Morzhanov, who handled terrorist negotiations on October 7, arrived at the scene to manage dialogue and de-escalate the situation.

Israeli police stand near a dust cloud kicked up by a departing helicopter after the first phase of a ceasefire agreement began between Israel and Hamas on January 19, 2025 near the Gaza border near Re'im, Southern Israel.