Suicide

A vigil for Athena Passidakis, the Chico State student who was shot and killed in a murder-suicide last week, drew dozens of family members, friends and co-workers to mourn and remember her.

The suicide rate in Butte County is about 60% higher than the statewide average. More on some possible reasons why.

The Community Assessment, Response and Education (CARE) Team provides a variety of support for those dealing with mental health challenges. After running for three years, a new managing organization is soon taking over.

Dan Strauss started the Alex Project, which spreads the word about help for anyone in crisis — but especially teens. Alex was 17 when he died by suicide.…

Care Enough to Act is a sort of suicide-prevention task force for Butte, Tehama and Glenn counties. This week, the organization is blitzing the area with…

Dan Strauss started the Alex Project, which spreads the word about help for anyone in crisis — but especially teens. Alex was 17 when he died by suicide.…