• Author: Kevin G. Saulnier
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Predictors of non-fatal suicide attempts and alignment with clinician assessments of overall risk: Findings from Veterans' comprehensive suicide risk evaluations

Abstract: This study examined the structured suicide risk assessment utilized by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the Comprehensive Suicide Risk Evaluation (CSRE), as …

Antipsychotic and mood stabilizer receipt for Veterans Affairs patients with PTSD: A national investigation

Abstract: Objective: Treatment guidelines recommend only a few medications for the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). There is substantial guideline-nonconcordant …

Suicide among Veterans Health Administration patients with bipolar disorder: Evidence for increased risk associated with benzodiazepine receipt

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate factors associated with suicide mortality among Veterans Health Administration (VHA) patients with bipolar disorder. Methods: VHA patients …

Suicide risk evaluations and suicide in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Importance: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) implemented the Comprehensive Suicide Risk Evaluation (CSRE) in 2019 to standardize suicide risk assessment across …

Suicide risk among Veterans who receive evidence-based therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Importance: Suicide rates are increased for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). To inform Veterans Health Administration (VHA) operations, it is important …

Generalized anxiety disorder screening scores are associated with greater treatment need among Veterans with depression

Abstract: Comorbid anxiety and depression predict a poorer prognosis than either disorder occurring alone. It is unclear whether self-reported anxiety symptom scores identify …

Depression symptom outcomes and re-engagement among VA patients who discontinue care while symptomatic

Abstract: Objective: Evaluate outcomes of Veterans who discontinued treatment with at least moderate ongoing depressive symptoms. Method: Veterans with elevated depression symptoms …

Risk factors of suicidal behaviors in a high‐risk longitudinal veteran sample: A network analysis

Abstract: Suicide is a substantial public health burden, particularly among veterans. Risk factors have been delineated for suicide; however, the dynamic interrelations between …