The association between specific combat experiences and aspects of the Interpersonal Theory of Suicide

Studies examining the relationship between combat exposure and suicide risk typically focus on combat exposure overall, combining numerous different combat experiences. Our study expands upon prior research by examining the association between specific combat experiences and components of both suicidal desire and the capability for suicide. We hypothesized that most combat experiences would be associated with capability for suicide. Furthermore, we hypothesized that experiences that involved direct exposure to death and injury (e.g.
Source: Comprehensive Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: research