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Evaluating Caring Letters for Suicide Prevention Among US Veterans Contacting the Veterans Crisis Line

A secondary analysis found no association between receipt of Caring Letters and reduced suicide mortality among US veterans contacting the Veterans Crisis Line, nor differences by sender type.

Oct 18, 2026
Emergency Medicine

Identifying Key Risk Factors for Subsequent Suicide Attempts Among Youth in Emergency Departments: Insights from the PEDSCREEN Study

This study identifies clinical and sociodemographic factors correlated with subsequent suicide attempts and mental health-related ED visits in youth screened positive for suicide risk in emergency departments, highlighting crucial targets f

Sep 30, 2026Sign in to read
Clinical Updates

Characteristics of Higher-Education Students in England Who Died by Suspected Suicide: A National Retrospective Case Series Study

This review synthesizes evidence on individual and institutional factors linked to suspected suicide among higher-education students in England, highlighting risk profiles, service contact patterns, and shortcomings in investigation practic

Aug 7, 2026
Emergency Medicine

Enhancing Suicide Prevention: Teen and Caregiver Views on Lethal Means Safety Planning in the Emergency Department

This study explores teen and caregiver perspectives on lethal means safety counseling in the emergency department, highlighting its importance, preferred tool features, and challenges involving autonomy and family dynamics, informing tailor

Jul 14, 2026
Clinical Updates

Beyond the Diagnosis: Addressing the Persistent Risk of Suicidal Self-Directed Violence in Veterans with Cancer

This review synthesizes recent longitudinal evidence on suicidal self-directed violence (SSDV) among veterans with cancer, identifying high-risk subgroups, temporal vulnerability windows, and the critical need for long-term psychological su

May 31, 2026
Clinical Updates

Longitudinal Suicide Risk in Veterans with Cancer: A Comprehensive Synthesis of Risk Factors and Temporal Trends

This review synthesizes longitudinal evidence on suicidal self-directed violence (SSDV) among veterans with cancer, identifying high-risk clinical subgroups, temporal peaks in vulnerability, and the critical need for long-term survivorship

May 31, 2026Sign in to read
Emergency Medicine

Past-Year Emergency Department Utilization Patterns Among Suicide Decedents: Characterizing At-Risk Patient Populations

This study analyzes emergency department visit patterns among suicide decedents, identifying frequent users and a critical 30-day window for intervention after discharge.

Mar 29, 2026Sign in to read
Emergency Medicine

Analyzing Emergency Department Utilization Patterns Among Suicide Decedents: Characterizing At-Risk Patient Populations

This study examines the timing and frequency of emergency department visits among individuals who died by suicide. Research identifies frequent ED use as a high-risk indicator and suggests that the 30-day window following an emergency visit

Mar 17, 2026
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Uncertain Evidence for Youth Suicide Interventions: DBT Shows Promise While Medications and Neurotherapies Remain Largely Unstudied

A 2025 systematic review of 65 studies (14,534 youths) finds moderate evidence for dialectical behavior therapy reducing suicidal ideation; other psychosocial interventions have low or insufficient evidence and pharmacologic/neurotherapeuti

Dec 15, 2025
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Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cuts Suicide Attempts in High‑Risk US Military Personnel and Veterans: MSPIRE RCT Confirms Prior Findings

A 2‑arm randomized trial (MSPIRE) found brief cognitive behavioral therapy (BCBT) significantly reduced suicide attempts versus present‑centered therapy in suicidal military personnel and veterans, despite comparable reductions in suicidal

Nov 14, 2025Sign in to read
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Global Trends and Method-Specific Suicide Mortality Among Older Adults: Insights and Projections to 2050

A comprehensive study spanning 47 countries reveals changing suicide mortality rates among adults aged 65+, highlighting method-specific risks and projecting future trends amid global population ageing.

Oct 20, 2025
Psychiatry

Enhancing Suicide Prevention Skills in Older Men Through Community-Based Training: Evidence from a Cluster RCT of the Conversations about Suicide Course in Australian Men’s Sheds

A cluster randomised controlled trial demonstrates that the Conversations about Suicide course delivered in Australian Men’s Sheds significantly improves recommended suicide prevention actions among older men, with sustained effects a

Oct 20, 2025
Internal Medicine

Lithium’s Role in Reducing Suicidal Ideation and Behaviors: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

This systematic review evaluates lithium’s efficacy in reducing suicidal ideation, attempts, and completed suicide, highlighting methodological challenges and the likelihood of benefit despite lack of statistical significance in RCTs.

Oct 12, 2025
Superintelligence

Digital Therapeutics in Suicide Prevention: Evidence and Clinical Implications of a Smartphone-Based CBT Intervention

Smartphone-delivered cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) via a digital therapeutic app significantly reduces recurrent suicide attempts and sustains reduction in suicidal ideation among adults with prior suicide attempts.

Aug 20, 2025
Superintelligence

Smartphone CBT for Inpatient Suicide Risk: Promising Signal for Those With Prior Attempts, But Primary Outcome Missed

A multisite RCT of a 12‑module smartphone CBT intervention for psychiatric inpatients did not change time to first suicide attempt overall, but sustained reductions in suicidal ideation and reduced recurrent attempts among patients with pri

Aug 9, 2025
Clinical Updates

Do Safety Planning Interventions Reduce Suicide Risk in Adolescents? Insights from a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Recent meta-analysis finds no significant benefit of standalone safety planning interventions in reducing suicidal ideation or behavior among adolescents, highlighting the need for more robust research.

Aug 4, 2025

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