A structural equation analysis of the relationships between PTSD, depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation : is general strain theory a viable framework for explaining suicide risk among correctional staff?

Abstract

First, I would like to thank my academic mentor and chair, Dr. Kristin Swartz, for her guidance and understanding throughout this writing process. I would also like to thank Dr. Swartz and her research assistants for allowing me to use the data they worked so hard to collect. I would also like to thank Dr. George Higgins for taking his time to teach me an analytic technique I had no business using. Finally, I would like to thank Dr. Matthew Logan for serving on my committee.