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The Interpersonal Theory of Suicide Applied to Male Prisoners

Year: 2014

Type: article

Abstract: The interpersonal theory of suicide proposes that severe suicide ideation is caused by the combination of thwarted belongingness (TB) and perceived burdensomeness (PB), yet few studies have actually examined their interaction. Further, no studies have examined this proposal in male prisoners, a particularly at-risk group. To address this gap, the current study surveyed 399 male prisoners. TB and PB interacted to predict suicide ideation while controlling for depression and hopelessness. High levels of both TB and PB were associated with more severe suicide ideation. The interpersonal theory may aid in the detection, prevention, and treatment of suicide risk in prisoners.

Source: Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior

DOI: 10.1111/sltb.12132

Authors: Jon T. Mandracchia, Phillip N. Smith

Institutions: University of Southern Mississippi, University of South Alabama

Language: English

Topic: Suicide and Self-Harm Studies

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: bronze

Funders: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Mental Health