Medical Conditions Associated with Suicide Risk: Suicidal Risk in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus

The presence of diabetes mellitus may prompt the development of several psychiatric disorders which elevate both the passive or active incidence of ideation. Research suggests that the deteriorating quality of life for patients may result in self-injurious behavior and/or self-neglect. This ebook explores potential life-threatening situations. Practical recommendations for caregivers are included.

Written by:
Maurizio Pompili, Department of Neuroscience, Mental Health and Sensory Functions, Suicide Prevention Center, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy

Marco Innamorati, Department of Neuroscience, Mental Health and Sensory Functions, Suicide Prevention Center, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy

Paolo Girardi, Department of Neuroscience, Mental Health and Sensory Functions, Suicide Prevention Center, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy

David Lester, The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, NJ

Edited by:
Alan L. Berman, Ph.D., Executive Director, American Association of Suicidology, President, International Association for Suicide Prevention

Maurizio Pompili, M.D., Ph.D., Department of Psychiatry, Sant’ Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy and McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School, MA