Abstract
Suicide is a frequent and tragic consequence of bipolar depression. The prevention of suicidal behavior (SB) need an assessment of vulnerability traits related related to SB (personal suicide history, impulsive traits...), characteristics of depression (mixed depression, subtype of bipolar disorder...), psychiatric comorbidities and stressors psycho-social. Meanwhile, the characteristics of suicidal behavior (ie: severe or multiple attempts) suggest a diagnosis of bipolar disorder rather than major depressive disorder. In addition to a correct screening of bipolar disorders and assessment of suicidal behavior, the removal of lethal means, networking and treatment of depression reduces the risk of suicidal behavior. Finally, lithium may have a particular interest in subjects at high risk of suicide.
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