The relationship between entrapment and suicidal behavior through the lens of the integrated motivational-volitional model of suicidal behavior.

This article reviews research into the relationship between entrapment and suicidal ideation and behavior.

Findings are interpreted within the integrated motivational–volitional of suicidal behavior.

There is robust evidence for the entrapment–suicidality relationship.

More prospective studies of suicidal behavior are required.

Future directions for research into entrapment and suicidal behavior are discussed.