Journal article
Association between body mass index and suicidal behaviors: a systematic review protocol
Abstract
BackgroundSuicide is among the leading causes of death worldwide. Suicide attempts and suicidal ideation are more common than completed suicide and are associated with psychological distress. These behaviors are considered risk factors of completed suicide. Considering the psychosocial stigma and medical comorbidities associated with obesity, an accumulating body of studies have investigated body mass index (BMI) as a potential risk factor of …
Authors
Perera S; Eisen R; Bawor M; Dennis B; de Souza R; Thabane L; Samaan Z
Journal
Systematic Reviews, Vol. 4, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
December 2015
DOI
10.1186/s13643-015-0038-y
ISSN
2046-4053