Suicide and Traumatic Brain Injury Among Individuals Seeking Veterans Health Administration Services Between Fiscal Years 2006 and 2015

201970 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Trisha A. Hostetter · Adams State University

Claire A. Hoffmire · Adams State University

Jeri E. Forster · Adams State University

Rachel Sayko Adams · Adams State University

Kelly A. Stearns‐Yoder · Adams State University

Lisa A. Brenner · Adams State University

Abstract

Traumatic brain injury is associated with an elevated risk for suicide. Particular concern is warranted for those with moderate/severe TBI. Lethal means safety should be explored as an intervention.

Topics & Keywords

Traumatic Brain Injury Research Suicide and Self-Harm Studies Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular Disturbances

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation

Volume 34, Issue 5, pp. E1-E9

DOI: 10.1097/htr.0000000000000489

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