Suicidal Prediction Among Adolescents Seen in Emergency Departments Improving
Researchers sought to compare the ASQ instrument with the CASSY instrument for the predictive validity of suicidal behavior among adolescents treated in EDs.
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IV Ketamine in Treatment-Resistant Bipolar Depression Shows Real-World Efficacy
Researchers sought to characterize real-world efficacy of repeated ketamine infusions for treatment-resistant bipolar depression assessing symptoms of depression, anxiety, suicidality, and functioning.
Folic Acid Supplementation Decreases Suicide Attempt Risk, Study Finds
This study looks at whether folic acid supplementation lowers rates of suicide attempts.
A Brief Psychoeducational Intervention Aimed at Encouraging Suicide Prevention Hotlines
Researchers investigated whether a brief psychoeducational behavioral intervention called Crisis Line Facilitation may help to prevent suicidal behaviors among Veterans.
Do Concussions Contribute to Mental Health Disorders in Youths?
David Howell, PhD; and Heather Sesma, PhD; provide insight into the specific sequelae of concussion in youth and risk for subsequent mental health issues.
Change of National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Number to 988
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-275-TALK (8255)) will change to 988 as of July 16, 2022.
Adolescent Boys With Autism Spectrum Disorder at a Nearly 3-Fold Higher Risk for Self-Harm
Investigators at King’s College London in the UK evaluated data from a national database of adolescents aged who were enrolled in 4 state-maintained school and resident programs from their 11th birthday or April 2009 to presentation at an emergency department for self-harm, their 18th birthday, or March 2013.
Firearm Suicide Decedents More Likely to Disclose Their Plans 1-Month Prior to Death
Decedents in this study were evaluated for previous suicide attempt, their history of mental health treatment and substance use, and treatment at the time of their death.
Hip Hop Song “1-800-273-8255” Associated With Reduction in Suicides
After there was wide-scale public attention to a rap song dealing with suicide, the daily call volumes to the United States Suicide Prevention Lifeline were assessed.
Inpatient Hospitalizations for Eating Disorders Doubled in 2020
The researchers examined trends in health care for eating disorders from 2018 to 2020, together with other common behavioral health conditions, in a section of commercially insured individuals in the United States.
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