Factors Associated With Discharge Against Medical Advice in US Adolescents Hospitalized for Suicidal Ideation or Suicide Attempt

Little is known about factors associated with discharge against medical advice in adolescent acute care hospitalization for suicidal ideation (SI) and suicide attempt (SA). Our study seeks to determine if certain socioeconomic factors or hospital characteristics are associated with discharge against medical advice (DAMA) in this population.

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Source: Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - January 24, 2024 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Stacy B. Pierson, Deepa Dongarwar, Thomas Bini, Jennifer T. Onwukwe, Kayla House, Felicia O. Rosiji, Hamisu M. Salihu Tags: New Research Source Type: research