Mental Health Difficulties Related to Suicidal Behavior in Adolescents: The Moderating Role of Self-Esteem.

Usue de la Barrera Inmaculada Montoya-Castilla Alicia Pérez-Albéniz Beatriz Lucas-MolinaEduardo Fonseca-Pedrero

Published in: Archives of suicide research : official journal of the International Academy for Suicide Research (2020)

Adolescents who present mental health difficulties might commit suicidal behavior if they have an unfavorable attitude toward themselves. However, the risk of committing suicidal behavior decreases if their attitude toward themselves is favorable. Thus, the development of self-esteem may be included in intervention programs for the prevention of suicidal behavior.HIGHLIGHTSGirls present more suicidal behaviors and less self-esteem than boys.Mental health difficulties influence the appearance of suicidal behavior.Self-esteem moderates the relationship between emotional problems and suicidal behavior.

Keyphrases

mental health
depressive symptoms
young adults
social support
randomized controlled trial
mental illness
physical activity
public health