Megan L Rogers1, Carol Chu2, Thomas Joiner1. 1. Department of Psychology, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida. 2. Department of Psychology, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: Here we argue for the necessity, validity, and clinical utility of a new diagnostic entity, acute suicidal affective disturbance (ASAD). METHOD: We expand on the conceptual, clinical, and practical rationale for ASAD, propose its defining features, describe research results to date, and suggest avenues for future research. RESULTS: There is accruing evidence for the existence of a previously unclassified, rapid-onset mood disturbance that geometrically escalates and regularly results in life-threatening behavior. CONCLUSIONS: ASAD research may not only improve the field's understanding of suicidal behavior but also enhance clinical effectiveness and save lives.
OBJECTIVE: Here we argue for the necessity, validity, and clinical utility of a new diagnostic entity, acute suicidal affective disturbance (ASAD). METHOD: We expand on the conceptual, clinical, and practical rationale for ASAD, propose its defining features, describe research results to date, and suggest avenues for future research. RESULTS: There is accruing evidence for the existence of a previously unclassified, rapid-onset mood disturbance that geometrically escalates and regularly results in life-threatening behavior. CONCLUSIONS: ASAD research may not only improve the field's understanding of suicidal behavior but also enhance clinical effectiveness and save lives.
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