For Every Suicide Around the World There Are at Least

question 27

True/False

For every suicide around the world there are at least 20 suicide attempts.

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Definitions:

Neurogenesis

The process of generating new neurons, particularly in the brain.

Hippocampus

From the Greek word for seahorse; distinctive allocortical structure lying in the medial temporal lobe; participates in species-typical behaviors, memory, and spatial navigation and is vulnerable to the effects of stress.

Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal Axis

The Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal Axis is a complex set of direct influences and feedback interactions among the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands, regulating stress response and many body processes.

Chronic Stress

A constant sense of pressure and demand over an extended period, which can lead to significant health and psychological problems.