Risk of suicide attempt in patients with recent diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment or dementia

Objectives  To examine the association between diagnoses of MCI and dementia and suicide attempt and explore potential psychiatric moderators and to assess whether the association differs based on recency of diagnosis. Design, Setting, and Participants  This nationwide cohort study integrated 5 national databases from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services […]

Risk of suicide attempt in patients with recent diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment or dementia

Importance  Little is known about the association between mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and suicide. Most studies have focused on dementia and suicidal behavior, with inconsistent results. Objectives  To examine the association between diagnoses of MCI and dementia and suicide attempt and explore potential psychiatric moderators and to assess whether the association differs based on recency of diagnosis. […]