ADHD is dangerous as it increases the likelihood of suicide, suicide ideation, and suicidal behaviors. Even worse, soldiers-with-ADHD-are-more-likely-to-be-suicidal.
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ADHD is a risk factor for suicidal ideation and behavior in children. Similarly, in adulthood, ADHD is associated with an increased risk of suicide attempt, when comorbid with mood, conduct, or substance abuse disorders, even after controlling for comorbidity.
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