Alliance for Pandemic Preparedness

March 25, 2021

Prevalence, Risk and Protective Factors Associated with Suicidal Ideation during the COVID-19 Pandemic in U.S. Military Veterans with Pre-Existing Psychiatric Conditions

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  • SARS-CoV-2 infection, pre-pandemic psychosocial difficulties, and increased severity in psychiatric symptoms were identified as risk factors for suicidal ideation (SI) among a cohort of veterans with pre-existing psychiatric conditions (n=661). 19% of veterans screened positive for SI during the pandemic, and these veterans had lower income, were more likely to have had SARS-CoV-2 infection, and reported greater financial and social stresses associated with COVID-19. Higher reported pre-pandemic purpose in life and higher income were associated with a lower likelihood of SI during the pandemic.

Na et al. (Mar 16, 2021). Prevalence, Risk and Protective Factors Associated with Suicidal Ideation during the COVID-19 Pandemic in U.S. Military Veterans with Pre-Existing Psychiatric Conditions. Journal of Psychiatric Research. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpsychires.2021.03.021