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Interventions in Suicidal Alcoholics
Author(s) -
Cornelius Jack R.,
Clark Duncan B.,
Salloum Ihsan M.,
Bukstein Oscar G.,
Kelly Thomas M.
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
alcoholism: clinical and experimental research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.267
H-Index - 153
eISSN - 1530-0277
pISSN - 0145-6008
DOI - 10.1097/01.alc.0000127418.93914.ac
Subject(s) - suicidal ideation , psychological intervention , psychiatry , clinical psychology , psychology , population , substance abuse , depression (economics) , alcohol abuse , suicide prevention , medicine , poison control , medical emergency , environmental health , economics , macroeconomics
A bstract : Research involving suicidal alcoholics is scarce despite the frequent presence of suicidal ideation and behavior among alcoholics. Unfortunately, suicidal ideation is a common exclusion criterion from participation in most studies that are relevant to this population. This article addresses identifying, evaluating, and treating people with alcohol abuse or dependence who display suicidal ideation or suicidal behavior. The state of the art is reviewed regarding interventions, including acute stabilization and specific medications for alcoholism and depression with a special focus on the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Appropriate hospitalization, discharge, and family involvement are discussed. Finally, gaps in knowledge are identified with a focus on priorities and directions for future research.