Citation

May AM, Lawson WC, Bryan A, Bryan CJ. Compr. Psychiatry 2018; 86: 115-118.

Affiliation

University of Utah, Department of Psychology, 380 S 1530 E, Beh S 502, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, USA; National Center for Veterans Studies, University of Utah, 332 S 1400 E, Building 73, Salt Lake City, UT 84122, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.comppsych.2018.08.003

PMID

30114657

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Among members of the National Guard, suicide rates are higher than age and sex matched civilian counterparts. Across many civilian samples, nonsuicidal self-injury has emerged as a particularly strong correlate of suicide risk. The current study describes the prevalence and correlates of NSSI and suicidal thoughts and behaviors among National Guard members.

METHODS: Participants were 897 National Guard personnel recruited online who completed study measures anonymously.

RESULTS: Approximately 6% of males and 14% of females reported a history of NSSI. Almost one third of the sample reported suicide ideation and 3% of men and 11% of women reported a suicide attempt. NSSI was strongly associated with a history of suicide ideation and attempts. Characteristics of NSSI were similar across men and women.

DISCUSSION: Reliable access to effective interventions is essential for National Guard members in light of their risk for suicidal and nonsuicidal self-injurious behavior.

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Language: en