Malnourished Minds: Exploring Suicide in Anorexia Nervosa

Suicide rates continue to increase globally despite more awareness, screenings, and available medications. Anorexia Nervosa has one of the highest suicide rates of any psychiatric disorder. This presentation will discuss the implications of malnutrition and suicide risk. Over many years of research, multiple biomarkers have been identified as risk factors for suicide yet the clinical implications have largely been ignored. Research has consistently demonstrated that markers of inflammation and low levels of essential fatty acids increase suicide risk. This presentation will describe the clinic...Read moreal implications of new models for suicide prevention. Less...

Learning Objectives

  • Explain how malnutrition impacts neurotransmitter synthesis and brain function.
  • Identify two psychological symptoms of Essential Fatty Acid deficiency.
  • Understand how Essential Fatty Acid deficiency is associated with increased risk of suicide.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

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12:00 PM EDT - 01:00 PM EDT

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About the speaker

James Greenblatt, M.D.

James Greenblatt, M.D.

Chief Medical Officer / VP, Medical Services, Walden Behavioral Care

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