Suicidology
Suicidology is a field dedicated to understanding and addressing the assessment and treatment of suicidal risk in individuals. Suicide is often associated with severe mental disorders, such as depression and alcohol use disorders. Suicidology encompasses the study of completed suicides, suicide attempts, self-destructive behaviors, suicidal thoughts, and attitudes towards suicide. It is important to note that suicide ranks as the fourth leading cause of death among individuals aged 15 to 29 years.