Exploring the Association Between Exposure to Suicide and Suicide Risk Among Military Service Members and Veterans

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Suicide has a profound impact on surviving family members and friends, although few research has examined this issue in the military population. By combining data from 15 independent studies, this study examined the association between exposure to suicide and suicide risk in Service members and Veterans. Results revealed an elevated risk of suicide in military personnel who have been bereaved by suicide.

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Hom, M. A., Stanley, I. H., Gutierrez, P. M., Joiner, T. E. (2017). Exploring the Association Between Exposure to Suicide and Suicide Risk Among Military Service Members and Veterans. Journal of Affective Disorders, 207, 327-335. doi:10.1016/j.jad.2016.09.043