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A Bright Light at the End of the Tunnel: Factors Associated With Complete Mental Health After a Suicide Attempt.

Esme Fuller-ThomsonPhilip BaidenIan P MahoneyAndie MacNeil
Published in: Archives of suicide research : official journal of the International Academy for Suicide Research (2021)
Adults with a history of suicide attempts can achieve an excellent level of mental health. These findings suggest that interventions to promote social support and manage chronic pain and insomnia may be helpful. HIGHLIGHTSMore than one in four adults with a history of suicide attempts are in complete mental healthHaving a confidant was positively associated with having complete mental health after suicide attemptThose with a history of suicide attempts need ongoing mental health support.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • social support
  • chronic pain
  • mental illness
  • depressive symptoms
  • physical activity
  • pain management