Prevalence of suicide attempt in individuals with major depressive disorder: a meta-analysis of observational surveys

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Authors

Min Dong · University of Macau

Liangnan Zeng · Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University

Li Lu · University of Macau

Xiaohong Li · Beijing Anding Hospital

Gábor S. Ungvári · The University of Notre Dame Australia

Chee H. Ng · University of Melbourne

Ines H.I. Chow ·

Abstract

This meta-analysis confirmed that SA was common in individuals with MDD across the world. Careful screening and appropriate interventions should be implemented for SA in the MDD population.

Topics & Keywords

Suicide and Self-Harm Studies Treatment of Major Depression Mental Health Treatment and Access

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Psychological Medicine

Volume 49, Issue 10, pp. 1691-1704

DOI: 10.1017/s0033291718002301

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