Science News » Release of “ 13 Reasons Why ” Associated with Increase in Youth Suicide Rates

A study conducted by researchers at several universities, hospitals, and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) found that the Netflix show “ 13 Reasons Why ” was associated with a 28.9% increase in suicide rates among U.S. youth ages 10-17 in the month (April 2017) following the shows release, after accounting for ongoing trends in suicide rates.
Source: National Institute of Mental Health - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: news