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Suicidal ideation, anxiety, and depression in patients with multiple sclerosis
Carlos Bernardo Tauil1,2,3, Talyta Cortez Grippe1,3, Ronaldo Maciel Dias1
1Hospital de Base de Brasília, Departamento de Neurologia, Brasília DF, Brasil.
Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria
|June 14, 2018
Summary
Depression significantly increases suicidal ideation risk in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. This study highlights the high prevalence of anxiety and depression in MS, underscoring the need for mental health support.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Psychiatric disorders are common in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, yet comorbidities are underreported.
- Investigating the links between MS, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the relationships between multiple sclerosis, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.
- To identify predictors of suicidal ideation in MS patients.
Main Methods:
- 132 relapsing-remitting MS patients were assessed.
- Utilized the Expanded Disability Status Scale, Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II), Beck Scale for Suicide Ideation (BSI), and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale.
- Hierarchical regression analysis was employed.
Main Results:
- The regression model significantly predicted suicidal ideation scores (BSI), with depression (BDI-II) being the sole significant predictor.
- Depression (BDI-II) showed a significant influence on suicidal ideation (BSI) (p < 0.0005).
Conclusions:
- MS patients exhibit higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation compared to the general population.
- Depressive symptoms directly impact the risk of suicide in individuals with MS.
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