Abstract
Perceived Burdensomeness as an Indicator of Suicidal Symptoms
Van Orden K A~~Lynam M E~~et al
This study evaluated the association of perceived burdensomeness & key suicide-related variables in 343 adult outpatients of the Florida State University Psychology Clinic. Perceived burdensomeness remained a significant predictor of suicidality indicators above & beyond the contribution of one of the most robust predictors of suicidality, hopelessness. Results suggest both burdensomeness & hopelessness display predictive power with regards to suicidal behaviour & perceived burdensomeness displayed the signature of a resilient suicide risk factor. (20 refs.)