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Indiana schools would need to notify parents if their child was a victim of bullying, or expressing suicidal thoughts, under a bill one House lawmaker plans to reintroduce during the legislative session.

The parents of a 10-year-old boy who died by suicide earlier this year have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the fourth grader’s school district, Greenfield-Central Community Schools.

State numbers show nearly a quarter of LGBTQ youth have attempted suicide. The numbers come in a year when lawmakers filed more than two dozen bills with anti-LGBTQ+ themes.

Professionals who care for dogs, cats, birds and other household pets are encountering staff shortages and worker burnout as the industry is seeing an increase in pet care needs.

Seventeen veterans die by suicide everyday in the U.S. Gov. Eric Holcomb is trying to change that by involving Indiana with a new nationwide awareness campaign.

Law enforcement and emergency personnel are trained to peacefully resolve hostage or suicide situations for everyone involved. Officers face additional challenges if the perpetrator shows signs of mental illness.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on Americans' mental health. Hotline calls have increased. And doctors have seen an increase in depression like symptoms in patients -- even children. Health professionals are encouraging adults to talk to children about mental health and suicide.

At least two Indiana school districts face federal lawsuits claiming they didnt do enough to protect students from bullying.

The study suggests the rate of Hoosiers dying from drugs, alcohol and suicide will continue to rise.

The latest research from Dr. Niculescu show biomarkers found in blood tests are universally useful in determining who is at risk for suicide.