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Trait impulsivity is an important risk factor for suicide. New measures of trait impulsivity were developed. Psychological autopsy was used to evaluate 4 groups of deceased adults: suicide completers with prior attempts, suicide completers with no past attempts, individuals who died by natural causes who had previously attempted suicide, and individuals who had died by natural causes with no past attempts. Elevated rates of emotional impulsivity were seen in individuals who died by natural causes that had previously attempted suicide. Behavioral impulsivity was elevated in individuals with prior non-fatal suicide attempts who died by suicide or natural causes. Suicide completers who died by hanging had elevated rates of behavioral impulsivity. Higher levels of life stress were experienced by suicide completers and individuals with non-fatal suicide attempts. No relationship between suicidal planning and trait impulsivity was observed. Trait impulsivity may indirectly elevate suicide risk by increasing stressors. |
