Chronic medical conditions and suicidal behaviors in a nationally representative sample of American adolescents

ConclusionConsistent with research in middle and older adults, physical health conditions are associated with increased risk for the onset of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescents. Mental health screening for adolescents with chronic medical conditions may help parents and physicians identify suicidality early.
Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research