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Suicide among forensic psychiatric patients
Medicine, Science, and the Law
|April 1, 1993
Summary
Forensic patients discharged from secure units often exhibit anti-social traits and substance abuse. These individuals face a higher risk of violent suicide compared to the general population.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Suicide risk among patients discharged from secure psychiatric facilities is a significant concern.
- Understanding the characteristics of this high-risk group is crucial for effective intervention.