Suicidal ideation, interrupted attempt, and suicide attempt prevalence among Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Veterans: Population-based estimates

Abstract: There is limited information on the prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI) and non-fatal suicidal self-directed violence (NF-SSDV; e.g., interrupted attempts, suicide …

Characterizing mental health care utilization for Veterans with PTSD in the year after a suicide attempt

Abstract: The goal of this study was to characterize mental health care utilization, including variables associated with initiation of a posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) …

Suicidal thoughts and behaviors do not influence Veterans' alcohol use disorder or posttraumatic stress disorder recovery trajectories in a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STB) are elevated among individuals with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The highest STB …

Association of social network size and attachment style with future suicide attempt among US Army soldiers

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Understanding the relationship of social support network (SSN) and attachment style to suicide attempt (SA) among US Army soldiers can inform prevention …

Gender differences in non-fatal suicidal self-directed violence prevalence and methods among U.S. Veterans

Abstract: While men Veterans have higher rates of suicide than women Veterans, women Veterans appear to experience higher rates of lifetime suicide attempt(s) (SA). Understanding …

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 …

Geospatial estimates of suicidal ideation and suicide attempt prevalence in the U.S. Veteran population (2022)

Abstract: Background: Veteran suicide remains a major public health concern; rates increased 64.3% from 2001 to 2022 and substantial geospatial variation exists, with state-level …

Characteristics of Veterans' last clinical contact before suicide attempt or death

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Death by suicide remains a critical public health issue and leading preventable cause of death in the United States, particularly among Veterans. Notably, …

Association between use of services to address adverse social determinants of health and documented suicide attempt among patients in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Suicide prevention is a top priority for the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and suicide is often associated with adverse social factors (e.g., financial, legal, …

Prospective associations of alcohol and drug misuse with suicidal behaviors among US Army soldiers who have left active service

Abstract: BACKGROUND: This study examines the prospective associations of alcohol and drug misuse with suicidal behaviors among service members who have left active duty. We also …

Evaluating the effectiveness of safety plans for mitigating suicide risk in two samples of psychiatrically hospitalized military Veterans

Abstract: Although safety plans (SPs), following the Stanley-Brown Safety Planning Intervention protocol, are required for suicidal veterans receiving treatment in the Veterans …

Polygenic risk for suicide attempt is associated with lifetime suicide attempt in US soldiers independent of parental risk

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Suicide is a leading cause of death worldwide. Whereas some studies have suggested that a direct measure of common genetic liability for suicide attempts …