We're better prepared now, but rates are still tied to cultural trends
(NEWSER) - America is reeling from the financial crisis, and the psychological strain has analysts carefully watching national suicide rates, Time reports. Though three high-profile European businessmen took their own lives recently, suicide rates have held steady at 11 per 100,000 people; during the Great Depression, they spiked at 17 per 100,000. But there is still reason for concern, say some. More»
