Citation

Rogers ML, Ringer FB, Michaels MS, Chiurliza B, Hagan CR, Chu C, Schneider ME, Lim IC, Joiner TE. Mil. Behav. Health 2017; 5(1): 73-80.

Affiliation

Florida State University.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2017, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/21635781.2016.1243496

PMID

28944102

PMCID

PMC5607862

Abstract

Little research has focused on suicide-related symptoms in female servicemembers, despite high rates of suicidal behaviors. This study examined sex differences in suicide-related risk factors in 3,374 U.S. Army Recruiters (91.9% male). Female servicemembers had a greater number of past major depressive and suicidal ideation episodes than males; there were no differences in suicide attempt histories or mental health visits. Females reported significantly fewer symptoms of current suicidal ideation, perceived burdensomeness, and acquired capability. No significant sex differences emerged for thwarted belongingness, insomnia, or agitation. Our findings provide evidence for sex differences in rates of suicide-related symptoms among military personnel.

Language: en

Keywords

acquired capability; military; perceived burdensomeness; sex differences; suicidal ideation; suicide; thwarted belongingness