TY - JOUR PY - 2015// TI - Physical disability and the Interpersonal Theory of Suicide JO - Death studies A1 - Khazem, Lauren R. A1 - Jahn, Danielle R. A1 - Cukrowicz, Kelly C. A1 - Anestis, Michael D. SP - 641 EP - 646 VL - 39 IS - 10 N2 - Interpersonal Theory of Suicide constructs were examined in individuals with physical disabilities, a population identified as having heightened suicidal ideation. Students (N = 184) answered online-based self-report questionnaires. Students with physical disabilities (n = 49) were expected to endorse higher levels of constructs relative to other students (n = 133). ANCOVAs indicated that those with disabilities reported higher perceived burdensomeness, but not thwarted belongingness, fearlessness about death, or suicidal ideation. Suicide prevention efforts, particularly in university settings, may benefit from focusing on reducing perceived burdensomeness in this population, as these individuals may be at heightened risk.

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LA - en SN - 0748-1187 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07481187.2015.1047061 ID - ref1 ER -