Multimorbidity and suicidality among military veterans: a scoping review

Key Points

• Suicidality is highly prevalent among military veterans with multimorbidity and often correlates with multiple mental health issues.
• The review highlights key risk factors, including depression and PTSD, affecting veterans' mental well-being.
• Assessment using comprehensive literature search strategies revealed significant associations between comorbid conditions and suicidality.
• Understanding these links calls for targeted interventions to address mental health challenges faced by veterans.