Keywords

depression, geriatrics, mental health, primary care providers, suicide, suicide prevention in older adults

 

Authors

  1. Diggle-Fox, Barbara Suzy PhD, GNP, ANP-BC

Abstract

Abstract: Suicide in older adults is continuing to rise and, as the older population increases, so will the rate of suicide. By learning more about the risk factors, assessment areas to explore, and ways to improve treatment, primary care providers can help decrease the incidence of suicidal behaviors in this population.