The Journal of
Clinical Psychiatry

Suicide

Article July 21, 2009

Suicide Risk and Psychopharmacology: Assessment and Management of Acute and Chronic Risk Factors

Scott A. Freeman

J Clin Psychiatry 2009;70(7):1052-1053

Article Abstract

Completed suicide is the most common fatal complication ofpsychiatric disorders and their treatment. As a consequence,assessment of risk is a critical task for the psychiatrist or mentalhealth professional. In considering risk, completed suicide needsto be distinguished from suicidal ideation or attempts.

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