Abstract:Joiner's (2007) Interpersonal Theory of Suicide (IPTS) has shown promise in understanding the ongoing problem of veteran suicide. Consistent with IPTS, it was hypothesized that perceived burdensomeness (PB) and thwarted belongingness (TB) would significantly predict suicidal ideation (SI), while acquired capability (AC) would predict SI after controlling for the effects of PB and TB on SI. It was also hypothesized that Army veterans' help-seeking intentions would negatively predict SI after controlling for PB,… Show more
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