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September 29, 2025Open Access

Impulsivity and Suicide Attempts in Adolescence: A New Perspective on the Old Story

Key Points

Suicide attempters show a strong link between impulsivity and suicidality in adolescence, indicating effective intervention targets.
Statistical analysis revealed that 93.9% of suicide attempters were female, highlighting gender disparities in risk factors.
This cross-sectional study involved 49 adolescents who attempted suicide and 41 control participants to understand predictors.
The findings suggest a need for targeted strategies for early identification and prevention of suicidal behavior in youth.

Abstract

Background: The common risk factors of suicidality in adolescents could be psychological, behavioral, cognitive, interpersonal, and personal. Major depressive disorder and impulsive behavior are crucial predictors or mediators for suicidality. This study aims to show the multidirectional links between the predictors of suicidality in adolescents. Methods: The study included 49 suicide attempters (15.82±1.24 years) and 41 controls (15.67±1.40 years). The instruments were sociodemographic form and Barratt Impulsivity Scale-11 (BIS-11). The Kiddie Schedule for Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia was used to assess the psychiatric diagnoses. Results: Among the suicide attempters, 93.9% (n = 46) were female, while 58.5% (n = 24) of the control group were female (χ2=16.131, p

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