in the course of depression when is the risk of suicide highest

by Miss Vivienne Kassulke 7 min read

The first 3 months after the onset of an MDE and the first 5 years after the lifetime onset of major depressive disorder represented the highest-risk period for attempted suicide, independent of the severity or duration of depression.

What day of the week is most common to commit suicide?

The study, published in Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, found that people are far more likely to kill themselves in the middle of the week than in the beginning or the end: almost 25 percent of suicides occur on Wednesdays as compared to 14 percent on Mondays or Saturdays, the two days tied for second- ...

Are patients with depression at heightened risk of suicide as they begin to recover?

More than a century ago, eminent clinicians noted that some patients with depression committed suicide just as their depression seemed to be improving. The clinicians went on to warn that early recovery carries a high risk of suicide.

How do you respond to a suicidal client?

✓ Constantly monitor suicidal thoughts and talk about these thoughts openly and calmly. ✓ Encourage the client to express his/her feelings. ✓ Be available, supportive and empathetic. ✓ Offer realistic hope (i.e., that treatment is available and effective).