Epidemiological evidence for the link between suicide and substance use, abuse and dependence

Gillian W. Smith; Colette Corry; James E. Houston

Epidemiological evidence for the link between suicide and substance use, abuse and dependence

Gillian W. Smith^*, Colette Corry, James E. Houston

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Abstract

Suicidal behaviors remain prevalent globally; however, rates of suicide for those with substance abuse are in excess of those in the general population. This chapter presents epidemiological evidence for the link between suicide and substance use, abuse and dependence including polydrug use with a particular focus on the US and European trends. Risk factors presented include both distal and proximal associates with substance abuse, spanning demographic, psychosocial, psychiatric and situational factors. Given the complex interplay of substance use, abuse and dependence with these risk factors, prevention efforts to prevent substance use behaviors may play a key role in reducing suicide rates.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Suicidal Behavior in Alcohol and Drug Abuse and Dependence
Publisher	Nova Science Publishers
Pages	239-253
Number of pages	15
ISBN (Print)	9781608769193
Publication status	Published - 01 Dec 2010
Externally published	Yes

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General Psychology
General Medicine
General Social Sciences

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