Genetic Risk Factors for Suicide Identified in Older Adults

Researchers have identified genetic markers associated with suicidal thoughts in older populations, opening a new avenue for identifying high-risk individuals before crisis occurs. The finding could reshape how healthcare systems and insurers approach mental health screening and intervention in aging populations.

Originaltitel: Passive and active suicidal ideation in a population-based sample of older adults: Associations with polygenic risk scores of relevance for suicidal behavior