Examining the Relationships Between Suicidal Ideation, Substance Use, Depressive Symptoms, and Educational Factors in Emerging Adulthood
Year: 2014
Type: dissertation
Abstract: Suicide is the third leading cause of death in the United States in emerging adulthood (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2012).Young people who die from suicide often show symptoms of other mental health problems, such as depression and substance abuse or dependence.Additionally, educational variables have emerged as promising risk factors for suicidal thoughts and behaviors.The present study builds on existing research by examining the impact of substance use variables, educational factors, and depressive symptoms on suicidal ideation in a community-based sample of young adults.Secondary analysis was conducted using data from the Raising Healthy Children Project, a longitudinal study of students drawn from 10 public schools in a suburban Pacific Northwest school district.The current study utilized data from four time points during emerging adulthood (ages 19 to 23).Hierarchical linear modeling was used to analyze initial levels, change over time, and within-individual changes in suicidal ideation with respect to substance use, depressive I wish to thank my advisor, Dr. James Mazza, for all his guidance, patience, and knowledge in the field of suicide research.I would also like to thank Dr. Raphael Bernier for always setting the bar high.Dr. Bernier's unceasing energy, passion for science, and dedication to translating science into practice is inspiring.I would also like to give a special thanks to Dr. Kevin
Author: Jenna Elgin
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2900724123