Suicidal Ideation Among Psychiatric Patients with HIV: Psychiatric Morbidity and Quality of Life

This study explored suicidality among 190 (68% male) participants in an HIV mental health clinic. 26% had suicidal thoughts within 30 days of admission, 49% had a plan, & 48% expressed intent stating there was moderate or high likelihood they would take action. Individuals with major depression, dysthymia, substance abuse, thought disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder & borderline & avoidant personality disorders were at increased risk for suicidality. Quality of life variables are explored in relation to risk. (21 refs)