Suicide and visual loss: a case report reflecting the need for recognition and management in ophthalmological settings.
Publication/Presentation Date
7-1-2014
Abstract
In the United States, 5.5 million people over the age of 40 meet criteria for visual impairment (VI). They often suffer significant psychosocial and health consequences, including reduced quality of life and depression, which can be persistent and difficult to treat. Additionally, VI may increase the risk of suicide. We report a case of a patient with age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) and suicidal ideation. While this link is reasonable, there are no prior cases of suicidality among patients with ARMD. Moreover, the literature is silent regarding proper approaches to diagnosing and managing suicidality among patients with VI, especially ARMD.
Volume
29
Issue
4
First Page
202
Last Page
204
ISSN
1744-5205
Published In/Presented At
Johnson, T., Rovner, B., & Haller, J. (2014). Suicide and visual loss: a case report reflecting the need for recognition and management in ophthalmological settings. Seminars in ophthalmology, 29(4), 202–204. https://doi.org/10.3109/08820538.2013.821500
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
24702438
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article