CBT and DBT Reduce Suicide Behaviors Compared With Treatment as Usual
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are effective psychological treatments that may be used to reduce suicidal risk among adults.
Suicide and Self-Harm
Violent Behavior, Alcohol Use Linked to Suicide Attempts in Veterans With PTSD
Violent behavior, alcohol use, and suicidal ideation were associated with suicide attempts by veterans, both prior to admission into specialized intensive PTSD programs run by the Veterans Health Administration and after discharge.
Esketamine Promising in Patients With MDD Who Have Active Suicidal Ideation With Intent
Results from both studies showed that treatment with esketamine plus standard of care was clinically meaningful and statistically significantly superior to placebo plus standard of care.
Traumatic Brain Injury May Increase Suicide Risk in Veterans
Veterans diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury are at a higher risk for suicide in comparison with those without a TBI diagnosis, especially when the severity is moderate to severe.
Restless Legs Syndrome Linked to Suicide, Self-Harm
Individuals with restless legs syndrome (RLS) have an increased risk for suicide and self-harm.
Psychiatric Comorbidity Increases the Risk for Death in Individuals With ADHD
Early-onset psychiatric comorbidity was primarily associated with increased risk for natural death in adults with ADHD, while later-onset psychiatric comorbidity was more often associated with death due to such causes as suicide and unintentional injury.
Suicidal Ideation Linked to Major Depressive Disorder Despite Antidepressant Therapy
Approximately one in five patients with major depressive disorder experienced an episode of high or fluctuating suicidal ideation despite treatment with nortriptyline or escitalopram.
Work-Related Injuries Increase Risk for Suicide, Drug-Related Deaths
Workplace injuries severe enough to warrant more than a week away from work may increase the risk for death among workers.
Passive Suicidal Ideation May Be Underestimated Among Older Americans
Older adults reporting passive suicidal ideation may not be depressed, but may be experiencing worse health and functioning.
Increased Suicides Rates in African-American Teens Between 2001 and 2017
From 2001 to 2017, the rate of suicides among African-American (AA) adolescents increased.
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