The below article says that suicide is the second leading cause of death is 15-29 year olds. That is extremely scary. The article explains the steps that Facebook is now taking in a new program to be look out for people in risk. Now that social media is a part of our lives, it is wonderful that Facebook is investing in their ability to use artificial intelligence to try and find suicide tendencies in its users. If you or someone you know may be in risk of suicide or is showing signs of depression or intense stress, contact me to discuss. I can do an assessment to help get the appropriate care for you or your loved one.
How Facebook is taking a new approach to detecting suicide tendencies
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About the Author: Jessica Getson
As a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, I provide counseling in my private practice to clients throughout Philadelphia and the suburban Main Line. I specialize in helping adolescent and adult individuals and families suffering from Addictions (Substance, Behavioral and Food) and Eating Disorders. My practice also focuses on helping those with Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders. I maintain a practice designed to help people through a wide variety of mental health disorders, emotional difficulties and transitional life events.