Sexual assault and suicide are important concerns among both military and civilian populations. Is there a relationship between these two problems and if so, how is it characterized?
The following white papers have been published by MSRC in response to requests from MOMRP.
Sexual assault and suicide are important concerns among both military and civilian populations. Is there a relationship between these two problems and if so, how is it characterized?
Sexual_Assault_&_Suicide.pdf Providing a summary of current best practices in suicide prevention, relevant literature, limitations, and recommendations
Suicide_Prevention_Best_Practices.pdf The Office of the U.S. Army Surgeon General requested recommendations for the most appropriate suicide risk screening measures to deploy throughout the Service, and in particular whether the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) is the best option.
MSRC Screening Measures White paper June 2012.pdf Military sexual trauma (MST) has been a concern for the military but little is known about MST among male victims in general, and links with suicide risk in particular. While there is research to support the increased risk for suicide among female victims of MST, does the same hold true for male victims?
MSRC Sexual assault and suicide among males.pdf The C-SSRS is being promoted as the first-line suicide risk assessment tool. What is the evidence in support of its use in a clinical setting, not as a population screening tool?
MSRC_C-SSRS_evaluation.pdf The C-SSRS is being promoted as a first-line suicide risk assessment tool. What are the main gaps in the risk assessment research literature not only on the C-SSRS, but in general? What are key future directions?
MSRC_C-SSRS_risk_assessment.pdf To determine the efficacy of nutritional supplements/herbal medicines in the treatment and prevention of suicide, and other closely related mental conditions, including, depression, anxiety, and risk-taking behaviors.
MSRC_Other_Supplements_and_Herbal_Medicine_White_Paper.pdf To determine the efficacy of Kava in the treatment and prevention of suicide, and other closely related mental conditions, including, depression, anxiety, and risk-taking behaviors.
MSRC_Kava_White_Paper.pdf To determine the efficacy of nutritional supplements (Hypericum perforatum L.) in the treatment and prevention of suicide, and other closely related mental conditions, including, depression, anxiety, and risk-taking behaviors.
MSRC_Hypericum_White_Paper.pdf Is there adequate evidence to support the use of Omega-3 supplements for treatment of depression or suicide risk?
Use_of_Omega3_9-13-11.pdf Use our submission form to submit a white paper request to MSRC staff.
