https://ki.se RSS News Listing https://news.ki.se/psychotic-disorders-and-suicide-insights-from-medical-record-review-in-stockholm-county A majority of individuals with psychotic disorders who died by suicide in Stockholm County in 2015 had extensive contact with healthcare services and expressed psychosocial difficulties shortly before their deaths. This is revealed in a medical record review study conducted by Region Stockholm and Karolinska Institutet. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:00:09 +0200 https://news.ki.se/adhd-medication-linked-to-lower-risk-of-suicide-attempts-substance-abuse-and-criminality People who take medication for ADHD have a lower risk of suicide attempts, substance abuse, traffic accidents, and criminality than people with ADHD who do not take medication. This is shown in a new study by researchers from Karolinska Institutet and University of Southampton, published in the journal BMJ. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:10:47 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-study-shows-increased-suicide-risk-among-healthcare-workers A new study from Karolinska Institutet shows that healthcare workers in Sweden have a higher risk of suicide compared to other occupational groups with similar professional levels. The study highlights the risks for physicians, registered nurses, and assistant nurses in particular. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:12:41 +0200 https://news.ki.se/apply-to-become-an-assistant-professor-at-nasp Starting June 25th, Karolinska Institutet is recruiting 20 Assistant Professors across different fields of Medicine and Public Health, with a focus on excellence and mobility. One of these positions will be placed at the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP). Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:06:27 +0200 https://news.ki.se/funding-for-research-on-the-suicidal-process-to-develop-individualised-support-during-suicidal-crises Researchers from Karolinska Institutet, Region Stockholm and Region Jönköping have been awarded a project grant of 5,995,000 SEK from Forte to conduct a four-year research project aimed at improving knowledge about the temporal dynamics of the suicidal process and developing an intervention for individualized support during suicidal crises. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:00:10 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-treatment-for-suicidal-adolescents-shows-promising-results-0 A new study from Karolinska Institutet in collaboration with BUP Stockholm has conducted a pilot evaluation of a family-based cognitive behavioral therapy for adolescents with suicidal behavior. The study, published in the scientific journal BMJ Mental Health, shows that the treatment Safe Alternatives for Teens and Youths (SAFETY) may be a promising option for reducing suicide attempts. Tue, 06 May 2025 07:57:31 +0200 https://news.ki.se/registration-deadline-approaching-for-ssrc-2025 The final day to register for the Swedish Suicide Research Conference is rapidly approaching. To secure your spot, please complete your registration by April 28. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:30:35 +0200 https://news.ki.se/tim-bergling-foundation-funds-digital-training-in-suicide-prevention-among-the-young A four-year grant from the Bergling Foundation will provide support to Karolinska Institutet’s digital training initiative to help medical students be better at identifying and responding to suicidal children and young adults. The aim of the project is to give prospective doctors the tools they need to deal with young people in the risk zone. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 11:31:43 +0200 https://news.ki.se/screen-habits-among-youth-may-increase-depression-levels-through-poor-sleep Young people with high screen time develop poorer sleep habits, which in turn can lead to increased levels of depression – especially among girls. This is shown in a study from Karolinska Institutet published in PLOS Global Public Health. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:15:11 +0200 https://news.ki.se/early-career-researchers-awarded-scholarships-to-attend-swedish-suicide-research-conference NASP and The Swedish Suicide Research Conference (SSRC) is excited to announce the recipients of its early-career researcher scholarships. These scholarships aim to support promising researchers by providing financial assistance to attend the conference and present their work. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:00:12 +0100 https://news.ki.se/last-chance-for-early-bird-tickets-to-the-swedish-suicide-research-conference In May, the Swedish Suicide Research Conference (SSRC) will take place, bringing together national and international experts and researchers in suicidology and suicide prevention – secure your ticket today. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 10:00:10 +0100 https://news.ki.se/experience-consortium-meeting-in-paris-advancing-vr-technology-for-mental-health The NASP team recently participated in the latest EXPERIENCE Consortium Meeting, held on February 6-7, 2025, in Paris, France. The meeting brought together consortium members to discuss the latest advancements in the project, which includes the testing of Virtual Reality (VR) for clinical applications. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 11:30:06 +0100 https://news.ki.se/scholarship-for-early-career-researchers-to-attend-the-swedish-suicide-research-conference As a junior researcher, you have the opportunity to apply for an Early Career Researcher (ECR) Scholarship in connection with the Swedish Suicide Research Conference taking place in May 2025. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 11:00:10 +0100 https://news.ki.se/establishment-grant-for-research-on-a-brief-contact-intervention-for-suicide-prevention Emma Eliasson at the National centre for suicide research and prevention (NASP) has been awarded an establishment grant of 3,744,000 SEK from Forte. This grant will finance a research project aimed at evaluating supportive follow-up calls —Uppföljningssamtal — as a method to reduce suicides in Sweden. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 10:00:10 +0100 https://news.ki.se/call-for-scientific-proposals-swedish-suicide-research-conference-2025 Call for scientific proposals for the Swedish Suicide Research Conference 2025 is open. The conference will take place on May 6–7 in Stockholm. The submission deadline is January 10. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:00:12 +0100 https://news.ki.se/johan-bjureberg-receives-a-large-grant-from-vr We congratulate Johan Bjureberg on receiving almost SEK 20 million from VR Behandlingsforskning for the study Preventing Suicide With Safe Alternatives for Teens and Youths (SAFETY): A Randomized Clinical Trial of a Psychosocial Intervention. Fri, 29 Nov 2024 16:18:06 +0100 https://news.ki.se/can-emotional-body-odors-enhance-the-effect-of-psychological-treatments Emotional body odors may have the potential to enhance the anxiety reducing effects of mindfulness. This is shown by a pilot study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, co-authored by researchers from Karolinska Institutet. Thu, 28 Nov 2024 10:00:10 +0100 https://news.ki.se/congratulations-to-christian-ruck-for-winning-the-august-prize-for-non-fiction-book-of-the-year The August Prize in the non-fiction category goes to Christian Rück, professor of psychiatry, for “Ett liv värt att leva. Varför självmord blev människans följeslagare” (A life worth living. Why suicide became man's companion). According to the jury, the book is written with ‘a liberating self-evidence’. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 11:26:35 +0100 https://news.ki.se/new-international-network-for-transcultural-suicidology In an era marked by extensive migration and uncertain living conditions for refugees and migrants, the mental health of these groups has become an increasingly urgent issue. Despite the growing needs, many do not receive the care they require. To address these challenges, a network for transcultural suicidology was launched last year. Meet Maria Sundvall, one of the initiators, who shares more about the network. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 11:00:07 +0100 https://news.ki.se/swedish-suicide-research-conference-launched The National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention announces the first Swedish Suicide Research Conference (SSRC), set to unite experts in suicide research from across Sweden and abroad. This event, partly supported by a Forte grant, will take place in Stockholm in May 6–7, 2025. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:00:11 +0100 https://news.ki.se/schools-wanted-for-interview-study-on-later-school-start-times The National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) at Karolinska Institutet and Region Stockholm is looking for middle and high schools in Stockholm County to participate in an interview study. The purpose of the study is to investigate the feasibility of later school start times. Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:14:17 +0200 https://news.ki.se/nasp-team-attends-experience-consortium-meeting-in-rome National centre for suicide research and prevention (NASP) recently participated in the periodic EXPERIENCE Consortium Meeting, held on September 19-20, 2024, in Rome, Italy. Hosted by Tor Vergata University of Rome, the meeting brought together members of the consortium to review the progress of the EXPERIENCE project, a groundbreaking initiative exploring the use of Virtual Reality (VR) in clinical settings. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:23:39 +0200 https://news.ki.se/nasp-redesignated-as-who-collaborating-centre NASP has been redesignated as the WHO Collaborating Centre for Research, Methods Development and Training in Suicide Prevention. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:43:06 +0200 https://news.ki.se/simple-measures-can-prevent-suicide Every year, 135 people die by suicide in Sweden’s transport system, with about 85 of these occurring in rail transport. Johan Fredin Knutzén investigates intelligent measures that can save lives. Thu, 22 Aug 2024 15:58:44 +0200 https://news.ki.se/national-centre-for-suicide-research-and-prevention-releases-2023-annual-report The National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) at Karolinska Institutet and Region Stockholm has compiled a summary of activities carried out during the 2023 operational year. Fri, 05 Jul 2024 16:20:48 +0200 https://news.ki.se/updated-suicide-statistics-for-sweden-in-2023 On June 25, 2024, the National Board of Health and Welfare released the latest suicide statistics for 2023. These figures are compiled and analyzed annually by the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) at Karolinska Institutet and Region Stockholm, covering national to local levels. The latest data is an increment in the overall Swedish suicide rate, from the historic low-point in year 2020, yet the overall downward trend since 2000 persists. Thu, 04 Jul 2024 10:14:29 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-thesis-calls-compulsory-care-into-question How do carers reason when deciding to treat patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) under compulsory care? Is compulsory care ethically defensible? A new thesis by psychiatrist Antoinette Lundahl tries to answer these questions and concludes that there is much to indicate that compulsory care does not help patients with BPD and can even increase the risk of suicide. Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:21:45 +0200 https://news.ki.se/social-media-can-increase-anxiety-in-girls-through-impaired-self-esteem A study conducted in collaboration with the National Center for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) has examined an association between screen time spent on social media, anxiety, and self-esteem among elementary school girls in Stockholm County. Thu, 16 May 2024 14:41:03 +0200 https://news.ki.se/interview-with-danuta-wasserman-in-the-spanish-newspaper-el-pais Danuta Wasserman, professor of psychiatry and suicidology at the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) and chair of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA), participates in an interview with the Spanish daily newspaper El Pais – in a discussion about the increasing mental health problems, suicide, and the global challenges we face. Wed, 08 May 2024 15:58:54 +0200 https://news.ki.se/emma-eliasson-talks-about-potion-in-springer-nature-communities Emma Eliasson, postdoctoral researcher at the National centre for suicide research and prevention (NASP), is featured in Springer Nature Communities to discuss POTION – Promoting Social Interaction through Emotional Body Odours – a research project that aims to explore whether chemosignals, that can be found in human sweat, in combination with a mindfulness treatment, can lower social anxiety. Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:30:46 +0100 https://news.ki.se/vladimir-carli-appointed-as-the-new-head-of-nasp-at-ki Senior lecturer and senior physician Vladimir Carli has been appointed as the new head of the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) at Karolinska Institutet. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:30:07 +0100 https://news.ki.se/thesis-on-vulnerability-to-suicide-among-students-and-people-with-bipolar-disorder Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in young persons in Sweden and globally. The last decades have seen an increasing proportion of the youth population engaging in university level education. The university period usually coincides with other important life events such as moving away from home. Early adulthood is furthermore a period when severe mental disorders, such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, may become symptomatic. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 14:02:23 +0100 https://news.ki.se/perinatal-depression-linked-to-increased-risk-of-death Women who suffer depression during or after pregnancy have a higher risk of death by both natural and unnatural causes, a new study of childbirth in Sweden published in The BMJ reports. The increased risk peaks in the month after diagnosis but remains elevated for as long as 18 years afterwards. Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:48:15 +0100 https://news.ki.se/mental-health-care-for-all-updated-mhgap-intervention-guidelines-by-the-who The mhGAP guideline supports countries to strengthen capacity to deal with the growing burden of mental, neurological and substance use (MNS) conditions and narrow the treatment gap. These recommendations were first published in 2010 as part of the mhGAP intervention guide. The third edition of the mhGAP handbook, reflecting 15 years of investment, covers 11 modules on various mental health disorders and related conditions. Fri, 15 Dec 2023 15:30:05 +0100 https://news.ki.se/lack-of-sleep-can-be-linked-to-depression-and-suicidal-thoughts-among-young-people Too little sleep during school days and poor sleep quality can be linked to an increased risk of depression and suicidal thoughts among middle school students, shows a study conducted at the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP). Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:08:39 +0100 https://news.ki.se/genetic-epidemiology-of-depression-subgroups-and-suicide-attempts Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a common mental disorder, affecting around 20% of the population worldwide. Several causes that can lead to MDD, and patients display a wide range of symptoms as well as responses to treatments. This diversity makes it challenging to pinpoint the root causes, understand the underlying mechanisms, and tailor treatments effectively. Suicide is a pressing public health concern, impacting not only individuals living with MDD but also the general population. Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:50:17 +0100 https://news.ki.se/good-examples-of-suicide-prevention-measures-in-railway-traffic On the 4th and 5th of December, national and international researchers, experts, and stakeholders met to listen to and discuss good examples of suicide prevention interventions within railbound traffic. The event was organized by the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) at Karolinska Institutet and Region Stockholm. Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:17:03 +0100 https://news.ki.se/new-swedish-edition-of-resource-material-on-responsible-media-reporting The National center for suicide research and prevention (NASP) has launched a fourth Swedish edition of "Preventing Suicide: A resource for media professionals." The resource is a translated and adapted version of the original edition from the World Health Organization (WHO) and addresses the effects of suicide reporting in the media and how professionals can report on suicide in a balanced and responsible manner. Mon, 30 Oct 2023 16:00:04 +0100 https://news.ki.se/psychiatrist-cristian-ruck-a-zero-vision-for-suicide-is-not-possible Thanks to the research conducted by Christian Rück and others there is currently research on all compulsive related disorders. He is now venturing into a perhaps even more difficult and important task: Suicide prevention. Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:23:14 +0200 https://news.ki.se/who-launches-resources-on-responsible-media-reporting-and-decriminalization-of-suicide World Health Organization (WHO) has launched two new publications focusing on responsible media reporting about suicide and decriminalization of suicide and suicide attempt. Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:00:05 +0200 https://news.ki.se/attempted-suicide-during-depression-linked-to-higher-all-cause-mortality New research from Karolinska Institutet published in JAMA Psychiatry shows how suicide attempts among people with depression is associated with higher mortality and impaired functionality. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 20:26:50 +0200 https://news.ki.se/fewer-suicides-among-boys-in-regions-with-more-bipolar-diagnoses Bipolar disorder underlies roughly five percent of all suicides among young people. Previous studies also show that there is often a long delay between the onset of bipolarism and its correct diagnosis and treatment. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet now show that fewer boys commit suicide in Swedish regions where bipolar diagnoses are more common. The study, which is published in JAMA Psychiatry, could contribute to more proactive care for reducing the number of suicides. Wed, 24 May 2023 17:00:06 +0200 https://news.ki.se/use-of-melatonin-linked-to-decreased-self-harm-in-young-people Medical sleep treatment may reduce self-harm in young people with anxiety and depression, an observational study from Karolinska Institutet suggests. The risk of self-harm increased in the months preceding melatonin prescription and decreased thereafter, especially in girls. The study is published in The Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. Thu, 23 Mar 2023 08:00:04 +0100 https://news.ki.se/screening-in-schools-improves-psychotic-symptoms-in-adolescents A new study published in BMC Public Health, shows that screening in schools can improve psychotic symptoms in adolescents. The study is partly produced by researcher at the National centre for suicide research and prevention at Karolinska Institutet. Fri, 03 Mar 2023 10:10:17 +0100 https://news.ki.se/professor-danuta-wasserman-gave-the-opening-keynote-lecture-at-the-9th-world-congress-on-womens-mental-health Professor Danuta Wasserman, the fouder and current head of department for National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention of Mental Ill-Health, was given the honor to give the opening keynote lecture at the 9th World Congress on Women's Mental Health. Fri, 25 Nov 2022 08:17:31 +0100 https://news.ki.se/research-review-about-suicide-communication-on-digital-platforms The Swedish Media Council (Statens medieråd) in collaboration with NASP has produced a research review about suicide, internet-based communication about suicide and how suicidal individuals can be identified online. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 16:10:11 +0200 https://news.ki.se/economic-crises-can-lead-to-an-increase-in-suicide A review of scientific literature investigating the impact of economic crises on suicide has been carried out through a project funded by Region Stockholm. Most of the included studies show a risk of an increase in suicide during and after economic crises. At the same time, the results from a couple of studies indicate that countries that have invested more in welfare, for example the Scandinavian countries, seem to have fared better compared with countries that have invested less in welfare. Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:44:43 +0200 https://news.ki.se/covid-19-pandemic-no-significant-change-in-swedens-suicide-rates-in-2020 In a new report, the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention at Karolinska Institutet and Region Stockholm examined how suicide rates have changed in Sweden in 2020.  Wed, 29 Sep 2021 11:55:08 +0200 https://news.ki.se/swedish-midsummer-holiday-not-associated-with-higher-risk-of-suicide A Swedish registry study, performed at the National Center for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) at Karolinska Institutet and the Stockholm County Council, has shown that there is no significant increase in suicide risk during the Midsummer holiday. The results of the study has been published in the Nordic Journal of Psychiatry. Tue, 22 Jun 2021 13:51:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/screening-score-at-emergency-psychiatric-clinic-is-linked-to-death-by-suicide Researchers at the Centre for Psychiatry Research at Karolinska Institutet have completed a large study evaluating a screening instrument for assessing the risk of suicide in connection with a visit to an emergency psychiatric clinic. The researchers found a link between screening score and suicide risk a short time after the emergency visit. The study is published in the journal Psychological Medicine. Mon, 26 Apr 2021 17:23:51 +0200 https://news.ki.se/letter-terms-physical-distancing-and-emotional-closeness-should-be-used-and-not-social-distancing-when-defeating-the-covid-19-pandemic COVID-19 hits nations worldwide. Social restrictions are being put in place in an effort to limit the spread of the corona virus and save lives. Tue, 18 Aug 2020 10:13:51 +0200 https://news.ki.se/we-need-emotional-closeness We’re to keep a physical distance to reduce the risk of infection, but it’s now on an emotional level that we need to get closer” says Danuta Wasserman, director of the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention of Mental Ill-Health (NASP) at Karolinska Institutet. Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:39:31 +0200 https://news.ki.se/the-coronavirus-risk-for-increased-suicide-and-self-harm-in-the-society-after-the-pandemic The National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) wants to raise awareness about the potential increase in suicide and self-harm behavior as a result of the societal impact of the corona pandemic (COVID-19). Risks are linked but not limited to the social, economic and health-related consequences of the pandemic which will continue in the future. Thu, 26 Mar 2020 10:12:46 +0100 https://news.ki.se/600-000-sek-earmarked-for-research-on-prevention-of-suicide The Swedish organisation Psykiatrifonden has just announced which projects will receive research funding by money earmarked for suicide preventative research donated by Suicide Zero. Lotfi Khemiri at Karolinska Institutet is responsible for one of the projects and is studying the connection between substance abuse and risk of suicide. Tue, 04 Feb 2020 13:16:33 +0100 https://news.ki.se/no-difference-in-suicide-rates-between-refugees-and-migrants Refugees who fled to Sweden were no more likely to die by suicide than migrants who moved to the country on their own terms, according to a study by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden and UCL in the U.K. However, the risk of suicide for both groups increased the longer they stayed in Sweden and was after 20 years almost on par with that of the native population. The study is published in The British Journal of Psychiatry. Tue, 15 Oct 2019 13:39:52 +0200 https://news.ki.se/significantly-increased-suicide-risk-among-unaccompanied-refugee-minors In a report written on behalf of the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare, researchers at Karolinska Institutet have concluded that the risk of suicide among unaccompanied refugee minors and young adults in 2017 was nine times higher than the equivalent figure for the same age group in the Swedish population. Mon, 19 Feb 2018 12:53:50 +0100 https://news.ki.se/prince-william-and-kate-middleton-visit-ki-focus-on-mental-health-in-adolescents Wed, 31 Jan 2018 13:25:02 +0100 https://news.ki.se/state-visitors-from-canada-learned-more-about-kis-research On Tuesday 21 February Karolinska Institutet was visited by the Governor General of Canada David Johnston, his wife Sharon Johnston and the King and Queen of Sweden. The visit took place in conjunction with the state visit by the Governor General and his wife to Sweden at the invitation of the King. Tue, 21 Feb 2017 17:20:46 +0100 https://news.ki.se/higher-suicide-risk-for-early-self-harmers Tue, 04 Oct 2016 10:35:20 +0200 https://news.ki.se/reduced-activity-of-an-important-enzyme-identified-among-suicidal-patients Tue, 02 Aug 2016 16:00:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/choice-of-method-in-attempted-suicides-reflects-risk-of-subsequent-suicide Wed, 05 Aug 2015 09:00:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/attempted-suicide-among-young-people-can-be-reduced-by-50-percent Fri, 09 Jan 2015 08:15:35 +0100 https://news.ki.se/higher-suicide-risk-after-served-prison-sentence Wed, 29 Oct 2014 08:01:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/young-people-who-have-attempted-suicide-disadvantaged-on-the-job-market Mon, 08 Sep 2014 10:00:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/dismisses-link-between-suicidal-behaviour-and-adhd-drugs Wed, 18 Jun 2014 15:49:21 +0200 https://news.ki.se/increased-risk-of-suicide-in-diabetes Wed, 28 May 2014 14:58:19 +0200 https://news.ki.se/invisible-risk-group-among-adolescents-at-risk-of-mental-ill-health Mon, 03 Feb 2014 00:00:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/high-short-term-risk-of-attempted-suicide-in-teenagers-following-parents-suicide-attempt Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/adoptees-at-higher-suicide-risk-if-both-biological-and-adoptive-parents-have-psychiatric-problems Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/juvenile-delinquency-linked-to-higher-suicide-risk Criminality can be an indicator of a higher risk of suicide in young people. A new study from Karolinska Institutet and the National Board of Health and Welfare shows that repeat offenders between the ages of 15 and 19 are three times more likely to commit suicide than young people who have not been convicted for a crime during these years. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/severe-acne-increase-the-risk-of-suicide-attempt Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/poor-school-grades-linked-to-increased-suicide-risk Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/suicide-attempt-method-affects-prognosis Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0200