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Severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms and the risk of suicidal acts in patients treated for alcohol use disorder

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Prospective cohort study finds severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms increase suicidal acts in AUD patients, suggesting critical intervention points.

The occurrence of suicidal acts was 11.5% among patients during a 2-year follow-up, highlighting a significant risk.
History of severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms, such as delirium tremens or seizures, was associated with a 2.38-fold increased risk of suicidal acts.
A prior history of suicide attempts and higher levels of suicidal ideation were also predictive of future suicidal acts.
Living alone was identified as a protective factor against suicidal actions among patients with alcohol use disorder.

Vansteene et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Prospective cohort study finds severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms increase suicidal acts in AUD patients, suggesting critical intervention points.