Cognitive reappraisal mediated the relationship between childhood emotional neglect and suicidality in depressed adolescents and young adults with NSSI behavior - Report - MDSpire
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Cognitive reappraisal mediated the relationship between childhood emotional neglect and suicidality in depressed adolescents and young adults with NSSI behavior
Clinical Report: The Role of Cognitive Reappraisal in Linking Childhood Emotional Neglect to Suicidal Thoughts
Overview
This study investigates the relationship between childhood emotional neglect and suicidal ideation in depressed youth with non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), highlighting cognitive reappraisal as a mediating factor. Emotional neglect was found to be a significant predictor of increased suicidal thoughts, emphasizing the need for targeted therapeutic interventions.
Background
Depressed adolescents and young adults with NSSI are at a heightened risk for suicide, making it crucial to understand the underlying factors contributing to suicidal ideation. Childhood trauma, particularly emotional neglect, has been identified as a significant risk factor for suicidality. This study explores the specific associations between trauma subtypes and suicidal thoughts, focusing on the role of emotion regulation strategies.
Data Highlights
Trauma Type
Prevalence
Emotional Neglect
68.3%
Emotional Abuse
55.8%
Physical Neglect
52.5%
Key Findings
Emotional neglect, emotional abuse, and physical neglect were the most prevalent trauma types reported.
Emotional neglect was positively correlated with suicidal ideation.
Cognitive reappraisal was negatively correlated with both emotional neglect and suicidal ideation.
Cognitive reappraisal partially mediated the relationship between emotional neglect and suicidal ideation, accounting for 16.9% of the total effect.
No significant associations were found for expressive suppression as an emotion regulation strategy.
Clinical Implications
Clinicians should prioritize the assessment of childhood emotional neglect in adolescents with NSSI and depression. Interventions that enhance cognitive reappraisal skills may be beneficial in reducing suicidal ideation in this vulnerable population.
Conclusion
The findings underscore the importance of addressing emotional neglect and improving cognitive reappraisal strategies in therapeutic settings to mitigate suicide risk among depressed youth with NSSI.
