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In a 2001 University of Houston study of 153 survivors of nearly lethal attempts between the ages of 13 and 34, only 13 percent reported having contemplated their act for eight hours or longer. To the contrary, 70 percent set the interval between deciding to kill themselves and acting at less than an hour, including an astonishing 24 percent who pegged the interval at less than five minutes.
A surprising
article about the nature, methods, and deterrence of suicide.
posted to MetaFilter by Who_Am_I
at 11:41 AM on July 7, 2008
(65 comments)
The Itch: The New Yorker's suprisingly interesting Annals of Medicine article which includes the story of a woman whose scalp itched so badly she scratched through it. And then through her skull.
posted to MetaFilter by nevercalm
at 2:26 PM on June 24, 2008
(89 comments)
"For U.S. books published between 1923 and 1963, the rights holder needed to submit a form to the U.S. Copyright Office renewing the copyright 28 years after publication. In most cases, books that were never renewed are now in the public domain. Estimates of how many books were renewed vary, but everyone agrees that most books weren't renewed. If true, that means that
the majority of U.S. books published between 1923 and 1963 are freely usable." How do you know? The renewal copyright records have traditionally been scattered and hard to access, but Google - with the help of Project Gutenberg and the Distributed Proofreaders painstakingly typed in every word - has just released a single database as a
freely downloadable XML file.
posted to MetaFilter by stbalbach
at 8:23 AM on June 25, 2008
(55 comments)
Philip Pullman interviewed about the ideas behind "His Dark Materials" [YT,1 hour, South Bank Show,parts
2,
3,
4,
5,
6,
7]. Inside, and hidden from those who don't want spoilers, are links relating to the ideas raised and about the books generally.
posted to MetaFilter by rongorongo
at 4:40 PM on June 23, 2008
(85 comments)
George Carlin Dead at 71
Not sure if I really want to make a joke out of this one, but why not post your favorite quotes and routines of his.
posted to MetaFilter by Del Far
at 10:14 PM on June 22, 2008
(414 comments)
What are some practices/methods/things I can do to ensure a good rapport with my colleagues as well as establish myself as an outstanding employee?
posted to Ask Metafilter by drkrdglo
at 3:58 PM on June 16, 2008
(25 comments)
Should I put my savings into an index fund? If so, how?
posted to Ask Metafilter by JamesJD
at 5:54 PM on June 15, 2008
(20 comments)
How can I learn some basic electronics?
posted to Ask Metafilter by greenie2600
at 7:56 AM on June 15, 2008
(17 comments)
Have you been salmoned?
I just met a stranger from Denver via the process of salmoning, in which a chatbot initiates an unexpected two-way conversation between two (apparently random) nicks, giving them both aliases ending with "salmon," and leaving both parties confused.
posted to MetaFilter by Mo Nickels
at 7:42 AM on June 14, 2008
(26 comments)
It began when Mr. Klinsky threw in his two cents, a vague request that a poem he had written for and about his family be lodged in a wall somewhere, Ms. Sherry said, “put in a bottle and hidden away as if it were a time capsule.”
Sometimes when you make a simple suggestion about the remodeling of your $8.5 million 5th Ave. apartment, the designer goes a little
overboard. In an awesome way. Don't miss the
slideshow.
posted to MetaFilter by Who_Am_I
at 7:03 AM on June 12, 2008
(81 comments)
Help me find some excellent summer dresses for everyday wear. Specifics inside.
posted to Ask Metafilter by robinpME
at 3:35 PM on June 11, 2008
(21 comments)
RemodelingKitchenFilter: What do you wish you had done to your kitchen when you had the chance?
posted to Ask Metafilter by birdlips
at 8:01 AM on June 11, 2008
(43 comments)
So I only qualify as a "student" for one more year--what student rates/discounts/etc should I take advantage of in that time?
posted to Ask Metafilter by stray
at 2:31 PM on August 9, 2007
(9 comments)
Any lists of super simple meals?
posted to Ask Metafilter by jesirose
at 12:24 AM on June 7, 2008
(44 comments)
What sort of things do you do, besides a vigorous romp in the hay, that leave you feeling so utterly relaxed and happy that your glow is obvious to random passers-by? What makes your inner light shine so bright that it's utterly contagious?
posted to Ask Metafilter by freshwater_pr0n
at 6:14 PM on June 5, 2008
(56 comments)
How do you learn to feel comfortable with yourself?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous
at 7:43 PM on June 5, 2008
(18 comments)
I'm interested in becoming more organized and consistent with my housework routine.
posted to Ask Metafilter by amyms
at 12:42 AM on June 6, 2008
(15 comments)
Dealing with a friend whose tendency to vacillate with both plans and moods is driving me slowly mad. Should I speak with them about this, or find a way to deal with it?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous
at 2:07 PM on June 3, 2008
(25 comments)
Life kicked me in the teeth, but I've got work to do. I don't need anyone to cheer me up, I'm just looking for a specific bit of advice:
how do you get things done when you're depressed?
posted to Ask Metafilter by nebulawindphone
at 4:21 PM on June 1, 2008
(39 comments)
Tips for teaching someone to drive who is not familiar with USA car culture?
posted to Ask Metafilter by selfmedicating
at 5:53 PM on May 21, 2008
(22 comments)
What are your favorite, efficient, menu-planning sequences that use a limited set of ingredients in several different ways?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Miko
at 9:06 AM on June 2, 2008
(25 comments)
Do you have any suggestions or insight that could help me figure out whether I should marry my boyfriend?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous
at 3:20 PM on May 26, 2008
(27 comments)
What sorts of code words, specific language or techniques are used in your industry, profession, or area of expertise that can be used to manipulate the system? Or, what sorts of tricks have you found that work in similar ways?
posted to Ask Metafilter by JimmyJames
at 3:44 PM on May 26, 2008
(26 comments)
To the Indian MeFites - and the non-indian chefs as well - what are your favorite family Indian recipes and what are some tricks in the preparation to give the food that authentic Indian taste. You know, rich, delicious, mouth-watering, and savoury to the point that eating becomes a spiritual experiece in itself.
posted to Ask Metafilter by ageispolis
at 10:19 PM on May 25, 2008
(17 comments)
Tools for Life: The last [blank] you'll ever need to buy.
posted to Ask Metafilter by sirion
at 12:59 PM on May 23, 2008
(50 comments)
What do you take for lunch everyday?
posted to Ask Metafilter by heavenstobetsy
at 4:56 PM on May 24, 2008
(35 comments)
How do I take night shots with my Canon Rebel XTi without looking like a nerd with a tripod?
posted to Ask Metafilter by jimdanger
at 1:49 AM on May 20, 2008
(20 comments)
Tips For Studying & Reading Most of the Day, Everyday?
posted to Ask Metafilter by chrisalbon
at 5:40 PM on May 19, 2008
(14 comments)
CookingFilter: Recipes, books, and blogs dedicated to recipes to beginner cooks or cooks on a budget?
posted to Ask Metafilter by reenum
at 6:34 PM on May 19, 2008
(14 comments)
Every night when I get in bed I have an existential crisis that makes falling asleep difficult. What can I do?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous
at 8:07 AM on May 13, 2008
(45 comments)
A woman walks into a bar and asks the bartender for a double entendre, so he gave it to her.
Ba-dum dum.
What's green and has wheels? Grass. I lied about the wheels.
Ba-dum dum. A baby seal walks into a club.
(pause) Ba-dum dum. How many kids with ADD does it take to change a lightbulb? LET'S GO RIDE BIKES!
Ba-dum dum. A priest, a rabbi, and a minister walk into a bar. The bartender says, "What is this, some kind of joke?"
Ba-dum dum. Instant Rimshot. For all those times you need a big red Flash button that'll give you a well-timed rimshot.
(Jokes courtesy of Ask Mefi.)
posted to MetaFilter by WCityMike
at 7:10 PM on May 12, 2008
(250 comments)
Backpacking with a DSLR Camera - Any advice?
posted to Ask Metafilter by paulfreeman
at 10:43 AM on May 13, 2008
(15 comments)
How do you develop focus, drive, and personal discipline?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Saxon Kane
at 8:26 PM on May 11, 2008
(28 comments)
Brand Tags
Tag a brand/logo and see what others have tagged it. Because "whatever it is they say a brand is, is what it is", depending on what your meaning of is is, I guess. Or
play the reverse tag game and identify brands by their tags.
And now, there's
Celeb Tags!
This will not wendell.
posted to MetaFilter by wendell
at 4:43 PM on May 11, 2008
(40 comments)
For couples with kids, where both of you work: how do you do it?
posted to Ask Metafilter by jasminerain
at 9:29 PM on May 10, 2008
(60 comments)
An ever-changing collection of
220 flash games, perfect for your procrastination needs.
posted to MetaFilter by Orb
at 7:14 AM on May 10, 2008
(10 comments)
What are some good resources for raising a gifted child? Google will pull up all kinds of things, but I'd love a recommendation for stuff more weighted toward parents who want their kids to be able to enjoy childhood and away from the more competitive stuff. I don't want to judge anyone else's parenting choices, but we want to feed our son's interests without trying to turn him into the next Einstein.
We just got through some assessments, and are trying to figure out what to do next. I'm sure I'll have more specific questions later, but any online communities or background reading you can point me to would be awesome!
posted to Ask Metafilter by rikschell
at 11:08 AM on May 9, 2008
(37 comments)
Help me find an excellent sewing box.
posted to Ask Metafilter by exceptinsects
at 9:52 PM on May 8, 2008
(7 comments)
In the
Cimitero Monumentale in Milan lies a crypt of the Galimberti family.
Cuboid in shape, it bears numerous engravings which appear scientific in nature.
I can make out what appears to be smashing particles, parabolas, lenses, and spirals.
Is there a hidden meaning to all of this? A message? Code?
posted to Ask Metafilter by lorbus
at 1:28 AM on May 9, 2008
(8 comments)
I really like looking at pictures of beautiful/clever/interesting products. What are some frequently updated blogs that feature good pictures of really cool stuff? I'm talking about pictures of clothing, gadgets, prints, handmade goods, kitchen implements...pictures of almost anything tangible, and the featured items don't have to be for sale.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Alison
at 10:25 AM on May 8, 2008
(32 comments)
How can I lower my blood protein?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Glitter Ninja
at 7:51 PM on May 6, 2008
(10 comments)
I would like randomly selected items from a To-Do list to "float to the top" on a regular basis. Ideas?
posted to Ask Metafilter by penciltopper
at 4:35 PM on May 6, 2008
(9 comments)
Trying to make a list of fictional drinks.
For instance: Clementine mixxes up a couple of "blue ruins" in
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and the Silver Jews' song
Buckingham Rabbit makes reference to "shattered dogs on the rocks."
What other fictional drinks can you think of?
posted to Ask Metafilter by es_de_bah
at 3:49 PM on May 4, 2008
(51 comments)
