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  • 1Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Bradley Hospital; Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI.

Rhode Island Medical Journal (2013)
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Suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STB) in young children are under-recognized. Common risk factors include trauma, family conflict, and a family history of suicidal behavior, necessitating early assessment and intervention.

Area of Science:

  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Pediatric Mental Health

Background:

  • Suicidal thought and behavior (STB) in preschool and kindergarten-age children is an alarming, yet under-recognized, phenomenon.
  • Limited research exists on the specific risk factors contributing to STB in very young children.
  • An under-appreciation of young children's understanding of death's finality has contributed to under-recognition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe case examples of very young children presenting with self-injurious behavior and suicidal ideation (SI).
  • To identify common risk factors associated with STB in this pediatric population.
  • To highlight the critical need for assessment and services for children with STB.

Main Methods:

  • De-identified case descriptions of children treated at a day hospital program.
Keywords:
early childhoodschool-age childrensuicidal attemptsuicidal ideationsuicide

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  • Focus on patients presenting with self-injurious behavior and suicidal ideation (SI).
  • Analysis of common risk factors across presented cases.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified common risk factors including exposure to trauma.
    • Family conflict and family history of suicidal behavior were also prevalent.
    • The cases illustrate the manifestation of STB in very young children.

    Conclusions:

    • STB in very young children is a documented concern requiring clinical attention.
    • Early identification of risk factors such as trauma and family conflict is crucial.
    • Prompt assessment and intervention are critical for mitigating risks in children presenting with STB.