The acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and suicidal behavior in alcohol-dependent homosexual men. NLM AIDSLINE Important note: Information in this article was accurate in 1987. The state of the art may have changed since the publication date.

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The acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and suicidal behavior in alcohol-dependent homosexual men.

Am J Psychiatry. 1986 Nov;143(11):1440-2. Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE MED/87046490
Flavin DK; Franklin JE; Frances RJ

Abstract: Three alcohol-dependent homosexual men with suicidal ideation and behavior consciously attempted to contract the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) as a means of committing suicide. The authors briefly examine the interrelationship among alcoholism and substance abuse, homosexuality, suicidal behavior, and AIDS; implications for the substance abuse treatment setting are noted. Early diagnosis and treatment of depression and substance abuse in homosexual men or parenteral drug abusers may prevent the spread of AIDS and reduce hidden suicidal potential.
Keywords: *Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Adult Alcoholism/*COMPLICATIONS/PSYCHOLOGY Case Report *Homosexuality Human Male Substance Abuse/PSYCHOLOGY Suicide, Attempted/*PSYCHOLOGY JOURNAL ARTICLE

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