M-A | Prevalence of suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviors in children aged 12 years and younger.

Prevalence of suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviours in children aged 12 years and younger: a systematic review and meta-analysis – The Lancet Psychiatry (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

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*New* systematic review & meta-analysis estimates a prevalence of 7·5% for suicidal ideation, 2·2% for suicide planning, 1·4% for self-harm, 1·3% for suicide attempts, & 21·9% for non-suicidal self-injury in children aged ≤12 years

In @TheLancetPsych #childhoodsuicide https://t.co/wFbv6eKpNs

— The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health (@LancetChildAdol) July 28, 2022