Suicide contagion: unmasking the harmful influence of mass media

After the release of the viral show '13 Reasons Why', teenage suicides in the US increased by 28.9%. This is compared to a 6% increase caused by the global financial crisis.

Amidst the recent distrust of social media companies, it is essential to recognize that traditional televised media also possess the power to shape public perceptions and behaviours, and should bear an equivalent burden of responsibility.