"Mixed Depression," Agitation May Signal Suicide Risk

Source: Yahoo News - HealthCertain behavior patterns often precede suicide attempts by people with major depression, suggesting signs that doctors can and should watch out for, a large study suggests. The hallmarks of suicide risk may include risky behavior, agitated behavior, impulsivity and the presence of “depressive mixed states” that include both depression and mania symptoms, the investigators say. “The results of this study are important because they may...