Do lifetime suicidal behaviors impact on addiction treatment adherence or relapses?

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Dr Dr Palma-Alvarez,

For so far I know there is a relation with alcohol and other drug abuse for it is found this increases the risk for suicide.

If the relationship is opposite, I would also like to know. I am not aware of any studies in this specific field on this subject.

Rasoul Heshmati

Those who have suicidal behavior turn impulses into action. This impulsivity definitely affects the treatment and adherence process.

Keith Brownlee

You might find this reference useful:

Dimeff, L. A., & Linehan, M. M. (2008). Dialectical behavior therapy for substance abusers. Addiction science & clinical practice, 4(2), 39-47. doi: 10.1151/ascp084239