Identifying Adolescents at Highly Elevated Risk for Suicidal Behavior in the Emergency Department

• 2015

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• Cheryl King; Johnny Berona; Ewa Czyz
PMID: 25746114DOI: https://doi.org/10.1089%2Fcap.2014.0049

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The study aimed to assess the feasibility and validity of screening adolescent suicide risk in emergency departments (EDs). 81 adolescents, ages 14-19, who screened positive for suicide risk were followed up for 2 months. Results showed 7.4% attempted suicide, and 18.5% engaged in some suicidal behavior, indicating high-risk identification. Those with multiple risk factors were more likely to exhibit future suicidal behavior (38.9%). The study highlights the effectiveness of a comprehensive screening approach in identifying acute risk for suicidal behavior in at-risk adolescents, emphasizing the importance of tailored interventions for this vulnerable group.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Violence

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Adolescent Behavior; Mental Health Services; Prospective Studies; Suicide; Suicide, Attempted; Self-Injurious Behavior; Adolescent; Suicidal Ideation; Emergency Service, Hospital; Risk Assessment

Institutions: University of Michigan Eisenberg Family Depression Center

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