Early Age of Alcohol Initiation and Its Association with Suicidal Behaviors

Conclusion: Early age of alcohol initiation has profoundly increased odds of suicide ideation or attempt. It is critical that effective prevention programs for children and their caregivers be implemented to prevent or delay alcohol initiation and lessen the risk for future suicidal behaviors.PMID:34057030 | DOI:10.1080/10826084.2021.1922452

Source: Substance Use and Misuse - May 31, 2021 Category: Addiction Authors: Manik Ahuja Manul Awasthi Kathie Records Rabindra Raj Lamichhane Source Type: research