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

Anthony Dean-BoucherChristina L RobillardBrianna J Turner
Published in: Social psychiatry and psychiatric epidemiology (2019)
Consistent 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.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • young adults
  • healthcare
  • depressive symptoms
  • primary care
  • public health
  • risk assessment
  • social media
  • health information
  • human health