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Predictors of Suicide Attempts of Individuals with Autism and Their Siblings

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  • Oren Shtayermman
  • Jason Fletcher
  • Khatijah Lim Abdullah

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The occurrence of mood- and anxiety-related conditions among family members of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) increases the risk of suicide attempts and has also created assessment and treatment issues for clinicians and parents. Recorded rates of mental health disorders comorbid with suicide attempts among individuals on the spectrum range from 29% to 52%. The purpose of this study was to investigate the presence of predictors of suicide attempts among sibling dyads (pairs of siblings in which one sibling is on the autism spectrum). Growing evidence in the literature indicates a link between a diagnosis of autism and mental health. A web-based survey was used to collect data from individuals on the spectrum and their siblings. A sample of 144 individuals was finalized for the analyses. Logistic regression analysis was conducted to assess the predictors of suicide attempts in the sample. Depression, anxiety, sexual orientation, and marital status were all used as predictors in the logistic regression analyses. Both levels of anxiety and sexual orientation were found to be significant predictors for suicide attempts. Recommendations for future research, assessment, and treatment are presented.

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  • Oren Shtayermman & Jason Fletcher & Khatijah Lim Abdullah, 2022. "Predictors of Suicide Attempts of Individuals with Autism and Their Siblings," Nursing Research and Practice, Hindawi, vol. 2022, pages 1-8, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:hin:jnlnrp:9157365
    DOI: 10.1155/2022/9157365
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