Suicidal Ideation and Behavior in Youth in the Juvenile Justice System: A Review of the Literature

Marquita L. Stokes; Kathleen P. McCoy; Karen M. Abram; Gayle R. Byck; Linda A. Teplin

doi:10.1177/1078345815587001

Suicidal Ideation and Behavior in Youth in the Juvenile Justice System: A Review of the Literature

Marquita L. Stokes, Kathleen P. McCoy, Karen M. Abram, Gayle R. Byck, Linda A. Teplin^*

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Suicide is prevalent among youth, especially those involved in the juvenile justice system. Although many studies have examined suicidal ideation and behavior in delinquent youth, prevalence rates vary widely. This article reviews studies of suicidal ideation and behavior in youth in the juvenile justice system, focusing on the point of contact: incarceration status and stage of judicial processing. Suicidal ideation and behavior are prevalent and increase with greater involvement in the juvenile justice system. Depression, sexual abuse, and trauma were the most commonly identified predictors of suicidal ideation and behavior. Prevalence rates of suicidal ideation and behavior vary by gender and race/ethnicity, indicating the need for gender-specific and culturally relevant interventions.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	222-242
Number of pages	21
Journal	Journal of Correctional Health Care
Volume	21
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/1078345815587001
State	Published - Jul 19 2015

Keywords

detainees
juvenile justice
suicidal behavior
suicidal ideation
suicide attempts

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Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Community and Home Care

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