Predictors of Suicidal Ideation Disclosures in American Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Rodriguez Taylor R., Bandel Shelby L., Daruwala Samantha E., Anestis Michael D., Anestis Joye C.
Primary Institution: Rutgers University
Hypothesis
What factors influence whether American adults disclose their suicidal thoughts?
Conclusion
The study highlights that certain demographic groups, particularly Black and Hispanic individuals, are less likely to disclose suicidal thoughts, indicating a need for targeted suicide prevention efforts.
Supporting Evidence
- 75.6% of participants reported disclosing their suicidal thoughts.
- Black and Hispanic participants were less likely to disclose than White participants.
- Those who have attempted suicide were almost twice as likely to disclose their ideation.
Takeaway
Many people who think about suicide don't tell anyone, and this study found that some groups are less likely to share their feelings, which makes it harder to help them.
Methodology
The study used a large sample of U.S. adults who experienced suicidal ideation to examine predictors of disclosure and the helpfulness of those disclosures.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to reliance on self-reported data and the retrospective nature of the study.
Limitations
The study relied on retrospective self-reports, which may introduce bias and inconsistencies in reporting.
Participant Demographics
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Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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