Many Preteens Who Come to ED Are at Risk of Suicide

This study shows that children as young as 10 who show up in the emergency department may be thinking about suicide, and that screening all preteens—regardless of their presenting symptoms—may save lives,” said Maryland Pao, M.D., an author on the paper, in a press statement. “Otherwise, they may pass through our medical systems undetected.”For related information, see “Emergency Department Intervention May Reduce Suicide Attempts in At-Risk Patients. ”(Image: iStock/MJFelt)FollowPsychiatric News on Twitter!For previous news alerts,click here.
Source: Psychiatr News - Category: Psychiatry Tags: emergency department Hospital Pediatrics Lisa Horowitz suicidal ideation suicide suicide attempt Source Type: research