A study of those at high risk of developing psychosis has identified measures that may be useful in predicting both the increased risk of future violent behavior and the development of psychosis.
Dr. Paul Appelbaum noted,"unless the overall prevalence of firearms in our society is reduced, it will be difficult to prevent the use of guns in suicides."
Although the show's producers aimed to raise awareness about suicide, many have argued that the show glamorizes suicide and does little to guide teens who are struggling with suicidal thoughts.
