Dr. Andres Pumariega discusses a lifesaving suicide prevention tool
Andres Pumariega, M.D., chief of the division of child and adolescent psychiatry and MBI member, describes the tool, which he helped adapt for public use.
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Examining rising suicide rates
Chief of child and adolescent psychiatry and MBI member Andres Pumariega, M.D., wrote an op-ed in the Gainesville Sun examining the role of inadequate funding in the United States’ suicide “epidemic.”…
Dr. Tandon moderates panel on youth suicide
On Tuesday, October 24th, Dr. Rajiv Tandon moderated a panel of local leaders who discussed the growing epidemic of youth suicide. Panelists included representatives from Alachua County Schools, University of Florida, Santa Fe College, and Alachua County Crisis Center. In addition to providing insight to the epidemic, panelists reviewed resources offered…
World Suicide Prevention Day – September 10
Suicide is the third leading cause of death in youths 10- to 24-years old and the majority of those who make a suicide attempt have history of a psychiatric, behavioral, or substance use disorder. Through screening and early intervention, mental and behavior health problems can be identifi ed, addressed,…
