Suicidal Ideation Trends and Associated Factors in Different Large Spanish Samples During the First Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Prevalence of psychological reactions and suicidal ideation during one year of the COVID-19 pandemic in patients with severe mental disorders

“…However, sample size probably reduced the statistical power. In fact, the percentage of ASI throughout the pandemic waves was more than double that of prevalences reported in the general population ( Saiz et al, 2022 ). In this context, it seems important that suicide prevention strategies be adopted in this vulnerable population ( Wasserman et al, 2020 ).…”

Trends in the incidence of hospital-treated suicide attempts during the COVID-19 pandemic in Oviedo, Spain

“…Both the direct impact of the disease itself and the consequences of the implemented measures have resulted in an increase in problems such as social isolation, economic crisis, unemployment, fear of contagion, and loss of loved ones (3,4). All these factors may have a negative influence on mental health and are among the primary risk factors for conditions involving anxiety, suicidal behaviour, and substance abuse (5)(6)(7). All of this has led to an increase in pandemic-related psychological discomfort, with increases in depressive symptoms, insomnia, alcohol consumption, and anxiety problems (8)(9)(10).…”