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Substance abuse and adolescent suicidal behavior.

F E Crumley1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Tex.

JAMA
|June 13, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Adolescent psychoactive substance abuse is linked to increased suicidal thoughts and actions. This association, particularly with alcohol, highlights the need for psychiatric intervention in at-risk youth.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Adolescent Health
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Adolescent psychoactive substance use has risen over the past 20 years.
  • Evidence suggests a link between adolescent substance abuse and suicidal behavior.
  • The causal relationship between substance abuse and suicide in adolescents is not yet fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the association between psychoactive substance abuse and suicidal behavior in adolescents.
  • To identify specific patterns and risk factors associated with adolescent suicide and substance abuse.

Main Methods:

  • Review of evidence linking adolescent psychoactive substance use and suicidal behavior.
  • Analysis of studies on the association between substance abuse and ideation, attempts, and completed suicide.
  • Examination of data on alcohol intoxication and firearm suicide in adolescents.

Main Results:

  • Psychoactive substance abuse is associated with increased frequency and lethality of suicide attempts.
  • Substance abuse correlates with greater suicidal ideation and seriousness of intent.
  • Alcohol intoxication is specifically linked to adolescent suicide by firearms.

Conclusions:

  • Adolescent psychoactive substance abuse is a significant risk factor for suicidal behavior.
  • Adolescents with substance abuse and depressive disorders are at higher risk.
  • Psychiatric treatment may be necessary for adolescents engaging in psychoactive substance abuse.

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