Dr. Raymond Tucker is the 2024 Edwin S. Shneidman Award Recipient

The American Association of Suicidology (AAS), the world’s largest membership-based suicide prevention organization, has announced that Raymond Tucker, PhD is the recipient of the 2024 Edwin S. Shneidman Award. The award was presented at the 57th Annual AAS Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.

"We are thrilled to present Dr. Raymond Tucker with the 2024 Edwin S. Shneidman Award in recognition of his outstanding early career contributions to suicidology research," said AAS President & CEO Leeann Sherman, MPS, CAE. "His groundbreaking work on suicide risk assessment and prevention, particularly among underrepresented populations, exemplifies the innovative spirit and dedication to saving lives that this award honors. Dr. Tucker's commitment to suicide prevention, both in academia and in clinical practice, is truly commendable, and we are honored to celebrate his achievements."

Dr. Raymond Tucker has been awarded the 2024 Edwin S. Shneidman Award for his exceptional early career contributions to suicidology research. As a tenured Associate Professor at Louisiana State University, Dr. Tucker has published over 120 peer-reviewed manuscripts and secured substantial grant funding for his groundbreaking work on suicide risk assessment and prevention strategies, particularly among underrepresented populations. His dedication to suicide prevention extends beyond academia, as evidenced by his clinical leadership and advocacy efforts. Dr. Tucker's outstanding achievements and commitment to the field have been recognized with this prestigious honor. The Edwin S. Shneidman Award is given to a person under forty years of age or a person who is not more than ten years past their highest degree earned. The eligible nominee is a person who has made outstanding contributions to research in the field of suicidology.

About American Association of Suicidology - The American Association of Suicidology is the world’s largest membership-based suicide prevention organization. Founded in 1968 by Edwin S. Shneidman, PhD, AAS promotes the research of suicide and its prevention, public awareness programs, public education and training for professionals and volunteers. The membership of AAS includes mental health and public health professionals, researchers, suicide prevention and crisis intervention centers, school districts, crisis center professionals, survivors of suicide loss, attempt survivors, and a variety of laypersons who have an interest in suicide prevention. Learn more about AAS at www.suicidology.org.  

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