Women veterans (WV) are the fastest growing veteran subpopulation and recognized to be at increased risk for suicide compared with civilians. Improving engagement (e.g., response rates) of WV in survey …
Recent data show many veterans who die by suicide are not currently engaged in mental health care. Veterans frequently use the Internet for health information and may look online for …
Reducing access to lethal means is one of the few empirically supported approaches for lowering suicide rates, and safe firearms storage practices have been associated with reduced risk of death …
While the US Department of Veterans Affairs has made significant strides to prevent veteran suicide, efforts have largely targeted veterans actively engaged in and eligible for Veterans Health Administration (VHA) …
Suicide rates in the general population in the United States are correlated with altitude. To explore factors contributing to suicide among military veterans, we examined the relationship between veteran state-level …
Veterans receiving Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare have increased suicide risk compared to the general population. Many patients see primary care clinicians prior to suicide. Yet little is known about the …
The objective of this study was to examine all suicides 2 geographic areas of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) over a 7-year period and to perform detailed reviews on the …
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Sexual dysfunction is associated with disorders commonly diagnosed in service members/veterans (SM/Vs; e.g., depression, posttraumatic stress disorder) and increased risk for suicide in service women. Theory indicates depression may play …
This article explores veteran suicide as a public health concern and examines various suicide prevention efforts.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether self-reported sleep quality was associated with risk of new-onset suicidal ideation in a 7-year prospective nationally representative cohort study of US …
What is the population-based burden of the COVID-19 pandemic on suicidal behavior among US military veterans?
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in America. Particularly at risk, Veterans are 1.5 times more likely to die by suicide than non-Veterans, and the suicide rate among …
Accumulating research suggests unique patterns of suicide risk, homelessness, and criminal-justice involvement in younger (age < 40) relative to older (aged 40+) cohorts of Veterans. However, potential explanations for these differences remain …
United States veteran suicide rates have increased over the past two decades. Designations of service-connected disabilities (designations tied to injury during military service) are also increasing, especially those associated with …
This paper explores veteran suicide, public perceptions and how this relates to patriotism.
The media can shape the opinions, beliefs, and attitudes of the public towards Veterans, Veterans’ issues, and Veteran suicide. Given the Lionel Desmond murder-suicide was covered extensively in Canadian media, …
This publication offers commentary on a recent publication that explores trends in suicide among Scottish veterans. Read the related publication from Bergman, Mackay and Pell (2021)
This report looks at suicide among permanent, reserve and ex-serving members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF). This report expands on this earlier work by including members with at least …
This paper explores trends in suicide among Scottish veterans, suggesting that, overall, veterans are not at increased risk of suicide. The highest risk for both men and women is in …
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The purpose of this study was to understand Australian veteran’s experiences of moral injury. 11 participants took part in, in-depth face to face interviews. Analysis of the transcripts identified one …
This paper assessed the longitudinal association of suicide attempts by moderate to severe pain and insomnia before and after the initiation of pain services among veterans.
This paper explores the possible co-occurrence of suicide/related behaviours and childhood abuse in a treatment-seeking sample which includes veterans.
This paper explores suicide, homicide, all-cause mortality between transgender and cisgender veterans.
This paper explores the complex relationship between military sexual trauma (MST) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans.
This paper explores veteran suicide by firearm, by reviewing the body of literature that explores this type of suicide and identifying areas for future research.
This paper explores factors that may contribute to risk of suicide in veterans with military sexual trauma-related post-traumatic stress disorder.
This paper explores the use of cognitive processing therapy (CPT) for the treatment of veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder who are at risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviours.
This paper reports on data from the Canadian Veteran Suicide Mortality Study, focusing on release-related precursors to suicide among veterans.
This briefing note, updated for 2021, gives an outline of the current evidence on military mental health in the UK, including in serving regulars, serving reserves and those who have …
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This study sought to understand whether female veteran self-directed violence (SDV) events were dis-proportionality classified as ‘undetermined’ versus ‘suicide attempt’ when compared to male veteran SDV events. Data from the …
This exploratory study aims to document the context and characteristics of non-fatal suicide events, involving firearms among US veterans. A sample of 15 male veterans participated in this mixed methods …
This paper explores the use of cognitive therapy as an inpatient program for suicide prevention.
This article reports preliminary findings of research exploring adult experiences of childhood or adult losses after parental suicide.
This article defines concepts such as post-traumatic stress, suicide and postvention and provides some basic guiding principles for dealing with these things in the context of schools.
This paper explores the correlation between parental suicide attempts and self-harm and suicidal thoughts in their children.
This paper explores the impact on family functioning of the suicide of a family member who has served in the military.
This annual Statistical Notice provides summary information on suicides that have occurred among serving UK regular Armed Forces personnel during the 20-year period 1999-2018. This information updates previous notices and …
This report contains substantial suicide-related data and represents the first time that the Department Of Defense has released numbers related to the suicide of military family members.
This review explores the effectiveness of healthcare interventions to reduce suicide and self-directed violence in veterans.
This statistical notice puts forward key information on suicides and open verdict deaths that have occurred among serving UK Armed Forces personnel.
Suicide touches many in the military, Veteran and public safety personnel communities. One of the challenges in suicide prevention is developing whole-of-community engagement in suicide prevention, meaning finding opportunities for …
This paper explores the risk of suicide in veterans in Scotland, irrespective of length of service or exposure to conflict, in comparison with people having no record of military service.
Since January this year, 42 military personnel and veterans are reported to have taken their own lives. In response to these statistics, SSAFA is setting up a new, dedicated support service …
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This briefing note gives an outline of the current evidence on military mental health in the UK, including in serving regulars, serving reserves and those who have left service.
This policy brief explores the issue of suicide in the military, focussing in particular on social factors and social media, and makes recommendations for addressing this issue. An addendum to …
This article reviews the current state of suicide prevention interventions within the context of the military.
Author of this article, Michael Evans, holds the General Sir Francis Hassett Chair of Military Studies at the Australian Defence College and is a Professor in the School of Humanities and …
This register-based study investigated suicide and all-cause mortality among Swedish military veterans deployed between 1990 and 2013. The mortality rates among the veterans were compared to the corresponding rates in …
Research has identified non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) as a robust correlate of suicidal thoughts and behaviors; however, little is known regarding why these constructs may be related. Consistent with the interpersonal …
The mental health of military personnel returning from war is an issue of profound social, ethical, and economic consequence. This article reviews recent literature from academic journals, government agencies, and …
PTSD and Suicides Among Veterans—Recent Findings Read More »
Many American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities experience high suicide rates. However, there is little discussion in epidemiological and empirical literature about suicide-related outcomes among AI/AN military service members or veterans. …
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The purpose of this study was to calculate suicide rates and identify correlates of risk in the year following discharge from acute Veterans Health Administration psychiatric inpatient units among male …
Previous literature indicates that repetitive exposure to painful and provocative events is related to increased acquired capability for suicide. This study explored the relation between factors and fearlessness about death.
Suicide is a significant public health problem among U.S. veterans. This article suggests that while under stress, the propensity to emotionally react strongly that can lead to higher levels of …
This article identifies factors that protect against or, alternatively, heighten the risk of suicide-related outcomes among veterans with MH/SA issues may be especially effective in reducing suicide rates among this vulnerable …
This study aims to increase understanding of the factors associated with suicide in veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces. It also provides an update on suicide trends over time and …
Annual statistics on suicide and open verdict deaths among the UK regular armed forces.
This study examines the relationship between physical and mental health problems with suicidal ideation in a representative national sample of Canadian veterans.
In 2009, the rate of military suicides surpassed that of suicides in the U.S. general population. While suicide was the 10th ranked cause of death in the U.S. general population …
This article examines the relationship between military sexual trauma and suicide risk. Results suggest that there is a higher risk of suicide or suicide ideation if sexual trauma occurs during …
This research explores call outcomes for veterans who call the National Veterans Crisis Line (NVCL). Veterans who receive care from the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) are at increased risk for …
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