The Nation’s Doctor visits Cleveland Clinic to call attention to urgent public health issues
Suicidal ideation elevated in American Indian/Alaska Native and Black populations
Treat mood disorder as a separate condition
Suicidality reported by over 10% of pediatric epilepsy patients with no mental health history
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Teens express fears and seek support but are less likely than adults to feel helpless
Comorbid depression is only one of the likely warning signs
Regular screening, counseling and medications are key strategies
Project PASS aims to reduce attempts, assess services for efficacy
Chaplain, healthcare team collaboration is essential
Tips for intervening before epilepsy leads to depression or suicide