The Associations of Physical and Sexual Assault with Suicide Risk in Nonclinical Military and Undergraduate Samples

Little is known about the link between previous experiences with assault and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in military populations. This study assessed the relationship between physical and sexual assault and suicide attempts and ideation in a sample of Active Duty Air Force personnel as well as in a sample of undergraduate students. Results indicated that different experiences of abuse may influence suicidal thoughts and behaviors in Airmen and undergraduate students, with more experiences of abuse leading to a higher risk of suicidal ideation.