Moderation Effects of Gender on the Association between Intimate Partner Violence and Suicidal Ideation or Attempt among Adolescents: A Secondary Analysis of the 2017 YRBS.

The present study demonstrates the vital need for IPV and suicidal ideation and attempt screening, tailored multi-level interventions, and advocacy for adolescents. Policies are essential to increase screening among medical providers, and increase school- and community-based interventions and IPV and suicide awareness to decrease rates among adolescents.HIGHLIGHTSFemale students were more likely than males to report suicidal ideation.Significant interaction between sex and sexual IPV on suicide attempts.Gender differences at medium and high levels of sexual IPV on suicide attempts.