RAISR4D Suicide

Guided by the evidence: Reply to Paniagua (2026)

06/07/2026

AI Summary

Emphasise rigorous evidence guiding treatment of suicidal risk; rely on the strongest available research to inform clinical decisions.
Acknowledge risks of medication-only approaches and weigh them against benefits when combined with psychological interventions.
Prioritise addressing underlying causes of suicidality through psychological interventions to reduce suffering and save lives.

Am Psychol. 2026 Jul-Aug;81(5):718-719. doi: 10.1037/amp0001739.

ABSTRACT

Replies to comments by Paniagua (see record 2027-90077-005) on the original article by Jobes and Barnett (see record 2024-78987-001). The quality of research on psychological interventions for suicide risk and for the use of medications alone and in conjunction with psychological interventions is discussed. Risks associated with medication treatment and benefits of psychological interventions are considered. The need to address the underlying causes of suicidality is emphasized with thoughtful attention to relying on the strongest possible research evidence available today to optimally treat suicidal risk to decrease suffering and help save lives. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).

PMID:42406451 | DOI:10.1037/amp0001739

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