Year: 2003 Source: American Behavioral Scientist, v.46, no.9, (May 2003), p.1171-1191 SIEC No: 20031185

Research is reviewed on family risk factors for youth suicidal behaviors. Significant family circumstances closely linked with adolescent suicidal behaviors are discussed, as are factors more stongly associated with completed suicide than with other suicidal symptoms. Areas for future research are suggested. (125 refs)