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Georgia State University
Reducing suicidal behaviors among adolescents
March 24th, 2009
Adolescent girls who view themselves as too fat may display more suicidal behaviors than those who are actually overweight, according to a study by Inas Rashad, an assistant professor of economics at Georgia State University. Although studies have shown a link between obesity, depressive disorders and suicidal behaviors, Rashad and Dhaval Dave of Bentley University, analyze these indicators in conjunction with an individual's perception of their weight. The study, which was accepted for publication in February, will be published in Social Science and Medicine. "Both obesity and suicide have been highlighted by the Surgeon General as areas of focus...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-03-24)
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