Types Of Anxiety Disorders Research Articles

Effects of Medical Cannabis Treatment for Autistic Children on Anxiety and Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors and Interests: An Open-Label Study.

Background: The literature supports the benefits of medical cannabis for core and comorbid symptoms in autistic individuals and anxiety-related symptoms in individuals without autism. However, no study has specifically investigated how cannabidiol (CBD)-rich cannabis affects anxiety subtypes in autistic children or its relationship with restricted and repetitive behaviors and interests (RRBI). Understanding the effects of CBD-rich cannabis treatment on anxiety subtypes and RRBI could offer more precise treatment approaches to managing anxiety symptoms and reducing RRBI frequency in autistic children. Objectives: To examine (1) the impact of CBD-rich cannabis treatment on autistic children's (1a) anxiety levels and subtypes and (1 b) RRBI and subtypes and (2) whether changes in anxiety explain changes in RRBI following cannabis treatment. Method: In this open-label study, we analyzed data from 65 autistic children (5-12 years) who had participated in research on the effects of CBD-rich cannabis on children with autism. Their parents completed the Repetitive Behavior Scale-revised to assess the frequency and severity of six subgroups of their children's recurrent behaviors and the Screen for Child Anxiety-Related Emotional Disorders for symptoms related to five types of anxiety disorders. They completed these assessments at three time points: (T1) before treatment, (T2) after 3 months, and (T3) after 6 months of treatment. Results: The results indicated reduced RRBI and symptoms related to various anxiety subtypes in autistic children following 6 months of CBD-rich cannabis treatment. Specifically, we observed significant differences in the autistic children's overall anxiety and in some anxiety subtypes (i.e., general, social, panic, and separation anxieties). Significant improvements were observed in RRBI, including the total score, and specifically in compulsive, ritualistic, and sameness behaviors. Our findings revealed that reduced anxiety, particularly within the panic- and separation-related subtypes, predicted a subsequent decrease in RRBI, specifically sameness behaviors, following cannabis treatment. Conclusions: The findings of the cannabis treatment's potential benefits for alleviating anxiety symptoms, leading to reduced RRBI, may provide evidence for the meaningful relationship between these variables and for the potential benefits of cannabis treatment for autistic children. We strongly recommend further double-blind, placebo-controlled studies using standardized assessments to validate these findings.

Examining whether the impact of different types of interpersonal violence and mental disorders on attempted suicide is greater for bisexual women.

This national study examined whether different types of interpersonal violence and mental disorders were associated with greater risk for attempted suicide among bisexual women than heterosexual women. Data were used from participants in Wave II of the National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions in the United States of America who identified as female and either heterosexual or bisexual (N = 19,261; 71% White). Logistic regression models tested the main and interactive effects of three types of interpersonal violence (i.e., childhood abuse, childhood neglect, or intimate partner violence [IPV]), four types of mental disorders (i.e., mood, anxiety, substance use, and posttraumatic stress) and sexual orientation (i.e., bisexual vs. heterosexual) on attempted suicide. A post hoc logistic regression also tested the main and interactive effects of four types of anxiety disorders (i.e., panic disorder, social phobia, specific phobia, and generalized anxiety disorder [GAD]) and sexual orientation on attempted suicide. Sexual orientation moderated the impact of childhood neglect, IPV, and anxiety disorders on attempted suicide. Bisexual women who experienced childhood neglect, IPV, or an anxiety disorder had 3.75, 1.43, and 6.24 greater odds, respectively, of attempted suicide, compared to heterosexual women who reported these problems. Additionally, bisexual women who had GAD had 1.66 greater odds of attempting suicide compared to heterosexual women who had GAD. Findings elucidate factors that may increase suicide risk in vulnerable populations as called for by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's suicide prevention strategic plan. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

The modulatory effect of Al-Assi river trout fish meal on OCD manifestations and molecular mechanisms in BALB/c Mice

Background: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder that is marked by intrusive and distressing thoughts, as well as repetitive behaviors. Trout fish (Oncorhynchus mykiss) is a functional food that might have potential therapeutic effects on many neurological disorders including OCD. Objective: This study aims to explore the effects of Al-Assi River trout fish meal, a dietary source of tryptophan, on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms and related molecular pathways in BALB/c mice. Methods: OCD mice were divided into five groups: one control group without any treatment, one group treated with fluoxetine (a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor), and three groups fed with different doses of trout fish meal (0, 7.5, and 15 g/kg body weight). The mice were subjected to various behavioral tests, such as the marble test, tail suspension test, sucrose preference test, and forced swim test, to evaluate OCD and depressive-like behaviors. Moreover, the expression and protein levels of genes involved in the serotonergic and GABAergic systems were measured. Results: The results indicated that trout fish meal had dose-dependent effects on OCD-like behaviors, revealing exacerbation at lower doses and improvement at higher doses. For instance, in the marble test, OCD mice fed with 7.5 g of trout fish/kg body weight buried more marbles than those fed with 15 g/kg of trout fish (4.5 vs 3.33 out of 6, p>0.05). In the tail suspension test, the immobility time of OCD mice treated with fluoxetine was numerically lower than that of the untreated OCD mice (63.6 vs 87.3 seconds, p>0.05). Furthermore, normal mice had different baseline gene expression profiles than OCD mice. Normal mice had the highest fold increase of Gabra gene expression (3.75) compared to the untreated OCD group, followed by groups treated with 7.5 and 15 g of trout fish/kg body weight (2.02 and 1.44, respectively). Conclusions: This study suggests that dietary interventions rich in tryptophan, such as trout fish meal, may have modulatory effects on OCD symptoms and molecular mechanisms in mice. However, the optimal dosing and individual variability need to be considered. More research is required to clarify the underlying mechanisms and to evaluate the potential efficacy of trout fish meal in treating OCD in humans. Keywords: BALB/c mice, OCD, qPCR, Western blotting, Gabra, Serotonin, Trout fish, Tryptophan.

Anxiety and depressive personality disorders in the modern world

The study's significance lies in the multitude of challenges facing individuals today, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, military conflicts like the war in Ukraine, and the escalating rates of cancer morbidity and mortality. These factors contribute to the onset of anxiety and depressive disorders, disrupting various aspects of individuals' mental functioning and social interactions. Addressing these disorders effectively necessitates a comprehensive approach, combining pharmacological interventions with psychotherapeutic strategies under the guidance of specialized professionals. In this regard, the study is aimed at identifying aspects and features of the development of psychological problems and personality disorders in the modern world filled with various stressors. The leading methods of studying this problem are analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction, comparison, experiment and systematisation of approaches that will help determine a wide range of mental disorders. Theoretical methods were used to analyze the literature and summarize theoretical material on anxiety and depressive disorders. Diagnostic methods were used to assess the psychological state of the study population. The study examines significant clinical syndromes and vegetative disorders that disrupt normal lifestyle, hinder daily activities, and impede professional growth. It evaluates the roles of psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers in assisting individuals with anxiety disorders. It outlines preventive measures for anxiety and depression, while also delving into various types of anxiety disorders. The research proposes diverse methods to prevent emotional anxiety and instability. It underscores the importance of devising novel strategies for diagnosis and therapy, emphasizing a comprehensive approach involving psychotherapeutic support, medical intervention, and adaptive behavioral techniques. The findings of the study hold both practical and theoretical significance for professionals in psychology, psychiatry, psychoanalysis, and sociology who provide support for individuals with anxiety and depressive disorders. Furthermore, the insights provided may be pertinent to researchers and scholars investigating the psychological well-being of contemporary society amidst adverse external circumstances.

Дослідження тривожних станів у українців в умовах війни після перегляду новин у ЗМІ

The article presents the results of a study of anxiety states among Ukrainians during war after watching news in the media. Particular attention is paid to the study of assessing the level of situational (reactive) anxiety using the Spielberg-Khanin method. An analysis of theoretical studies and publications is presented that the revision of news in the media has a significant impact on the occurrence of anxiety in people. The rationale for the criteria for human anxiety states is given. The types of anxiety disorder whose symptoms include anxiety and causeless fear are substantiated. Three groups of respondents were identified that are qualitatively different from the general group of respondents in terms of the level of situational anxiety and have a significantly lower chance of developing anxiety disorders and phobias, despite age, gender, and revision of a negative media product. It is noted that the realization of creative potential is one of the preventions of the occurrence of excessive anxiety, fears and phobias. A number of preventive measures are presented aimed at reducing both the level of situational anxiety and the progress of various anxiety states in general.

Fighting Against Agoraphobia in the Highly Illogical Novel Behaviour by John Corey Whaley (2016)

This research purpose is to describe the main character experiences of suffering from agoraphobia, type of anxiety disorder in the novel Highly Illogical Behavior by John Corey Whaley. The psychoanalysis behaviorism theory by John B Watson is used to determine the stimuli and responses that result in changes of the behaviors of the main character. The analysis of the novel also shows the symptoms that occur in the characters and what the efforts of the characters in the novel are to cure or overcome agoraphobia. Through a careful examination of the narrative, character dynamics, and key scenes, this analysis identifies the stimuli that elicit agoraphobic responses in the protagonist, Solomon Reed. It investigates the specific environmental and social factors that serve as triggers for Solomon's anxiety and subsequent avoidance behavior. These stimuli include crowded spaces, unfamiliar settings, and social interactions that have previously caused distress or panic attacks for Solomon. Furthermore, this analysis scrutinizes Solomon's responses to these stimuli, focusing on his avoidance behavior and the measures he takes to control his anxiety. It delves into his meticulous routines, the establishment of safe spaces within his home, and the development of coping mechanisms that allow him to navigate his daily life within the confines of his own environment. The result of this study is that the main character can overcome the agoraphobia he suffers with the help of the environment such as family and friends.

Characterization of different types of anxiety disorders in relation to structural integration of personality and adverse and protective childhood experiences in psychotherapy outpatients – a cross-sectional study

BackgroundCurrent research has emphasized the role of structural integration of personality and childhood experiences for the understanding of anxiety disorders. In this study, we examined the relationship between anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder vs. panic disorder vs. phobic disorders), the level of structural integration of personality, and negative and protective childhood experiences at the beginning of outpatient psychodynamic psychotherapy treatment. Differences were characterized in comparison to patients with no anxiety disorders.MethodsThe sample included a total of 1646 outpatient psychodynamic psychotherapy treatments, of which 695 treatments included the diagnosis of at least one anxiety disorder. Levels of structural integration of personality were assessed according to the Operationalized Psychodynamic Diagnosis (OPD-2) system. Self-reported negative and protective childhood experiences were examined by using the Questionnaire for the Assessment of Adverse and Protective Childhood Experiences (APC). Associations were tested using single factor ANOVAs.ResultsPatients with anxiety disorders showed lower levels of structural integration of personality and reported more adverse childhood experiences than patients with no anxiety disorders. Regarding the subscales of structural integration of personality, phobic disorders were associated with impaired external communication, whereas for generalized anxiety disorder, an (uncorrected) association with impaired self-regulation was found. Also, generalized anxiety disorder was associated with sexual abuse and other traumatization (accidents etc.) during childhood, while panic disorder and phobic disorders were associated with emotional neglect, abuse, and fewer protective childhood experiences.ConclusionsOur findings emphasize the need of considering structural integration of personality and childhood experiences in order to understand and treat various types of anxiety disorders.

The Comparison between the Effect of the Brain-Gut Axis and Traditional Medicine Treatment on Anxiety and Depression

Depression and Anxiety disorders are the two most prevail mental health conditions, and their proportion among people is growing year by year. Majority Anxiety disorders are generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder (SAD). The gut-brain-micro biome (BGM) axis is an emerging area of research that studies two-way communication between the gut micro-biome and the brain. Studies have shown that the BGM axis can affect stress response, anxiety and depression. Interventions in the BGM axis, through probiotics such as Lactobacillus, have some benefits for anxiety and related disorders such as Hyperuricemia. This article briefly describes the different types of anxiety disorders, and discusses the diagnostic criteria, symptoms, morbidity and treatment options for each disorder. It highlights the current state of research on anxiety disorders, with emphasis on genetics, neuroimaging, and the gut-brain-microbiome (BGM) axis. Potential areas for further research and development of new therapeutic approaches were highlighted.

Дезадаптивная тревога о здоровье: применение лечебной дистанционной когнитивно-поведенческой терапии.

The article describes the relationship of health anxiety with other types of anxiety disorders. It is shown that, unlike ICD11, in DSM-V, the term hypochondria was replaced by a disorder of distorted interpretation of somatic symptoms and disease-oriented anxiety disorder. The concept of interoceptive awareness for understanding health anxiety is detailed. Cognitive behavioral models of health anxiety by P. Salkovskis et al. are described. and Albert Junyang Higgins-Chen et al. The general modules of remote cognitive behavioral therapy of health anxiety are systematized. The overall effectiveness of remote CBT protocols of health anxiety is shown and its predictors are identified.

Miasm (Psora) in case of generalized anxiety disorder: a review article

Generalized anxiety disorder is one the many types of anxiety disorder where there is excess of worry which is out of proportion to the impact of the event. The excess of worry disturb the normal functioning and these people are overly concerned about daily matters example such as health issue. Money, family problems, friendship, interpersonal relationship problem, work difficulties and death. The homoeopathic concept of disease is closely related with the concept of chronic miasm .it is a system of medicine which has its own unique etiological causes in form of three miasm ie psora, sycosis and syphilis. Psora is the root cause of all mental diseases and the dominant miasm in cases of all anxiety disorder.

Anxiety disorders and executive functions: A three-level meta-analysis of reaction time and accuracy

Anxiety disorders, one of the most common classes of psychological disorders, have been shown to result in a decreased quality of life. Although some research suggests that anxiety disorders are linked to impairments in executive functioning, the inconsistency in the current literature yields an unclear conclusion on the relationship between the two. The current meta-analysis systematically investigated 55 records (N ​= ​4601; kReactionTime ​= ​44, kAccuracy ​= ​79) that compared various groups with anxiety disorders to healthy controls on executive function tasks. Overall, our meta-analysis showed that individuals with anxiety disorders exhibited significant deficits in performance efficiency (reaction times) on executive function tasks. However, we also found that individuals with anxiety disorders may outperform their healthy peers in performance effectiveness (task accuracy) in some conditions. Type of anxiety disorders, domain of executive functions, and mediation use were identified to moderate the overall relations between anxiety disorders and executive functioning. Nevertheless, the results were robust across important demographic and other clinical moderators (e.g., anxiety severity and comorbidity).

Herbal Medicines & Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety and insomnia are two of the most prevalent mental health conditions and a significant contributor to disability worldwide. We all experience feelings of anxiety, fear, and worry at many point in our lives. These feelings can have a negative impact on every individual’s mental and physical health if they persist for an extended period of time. Clinical anxiety disorders result from this. Anxiety disorders can be treated with a variety of methods and can also be treated with herbal remedies, as this article outlines. In most countries, the lifetime prevalence of panic attacks—a type of anxiety disorder—is between 7-9 percent, and it is only 1% in India. On the other hand, the lifetime prevalence of generalized anxiety disorder is extremely high—it is 8.5% in the general population— according to WHO (2001). 16.6% of people worldwide suffer from anxiety disorders (Somers et al., 2006), and numerous efforts have been made to comprehend the disease's pathophysiology and treatment options. Psychiatric disorders like depression, anxiety, and insomnia are very common and often co-exist with one another. Numerous individuals from all over the world have been affected by these well-known mental health conditions. For the treatment of mental illnesses, herbal formulas and individual herbs are frequently prescribed. The use of herbs to improve health is on the rise as a result of the numerous side effects of western medicine. The study of herbal psychopharmacology has received a lot of attention in recent decades. The literature demonstrated a variety of herbal mechanisms of action, including re-uptake of monoamines, alteration of neuroreceptor binding and channel transporter activity, modulation of neuronal communication, and activation of the hypothalamic-pituitary adrenal axis (HPA). Global health discussions are focusing a lot on traditional herbal remedies. The use of medicinal plants has been the subject of some of the most research in Asia, and a number of Indian regions retain their rural traditions. The purpose of this overview is to highlight the use of wild and cultivated plants in India, specifically as sedatives and for treating insomnia, as well as to collect, analyze, and summarize the pharmacological activity of these plants, as well as clinical and pre-clinical studies on the most cited plants.

A Review on Childhood Anxiety

This article contains detailed data and review evaluations of the concept of anxiety disorder in children. It is one of the currently facing issues by parents, teachers, and surrounding caretakers, which needs meticulous care and management. It feels like a simple psychological feeling but can lead to complex, unpredictable complications. The causes and risk factors may be varied depends on individuality and background situation. The incidence rate shows tremendous increment, and the related issues show very hike. This complicated situation makes the parents in a big dilemma for managing their children and social reactions. The urbanization, industrialization, and job conditions of parents indirectly influenced for making this feelings as a disorder. Majority of humans, especially children, possess various behavioral patterns during their development to adulthood. Although it is a universal truth and normal for all, when it becomes harmful to themselves and others, it can be considered behavioral disorder. It is a common and normal feeling of psychology and its projection appropriate to the situation shows psychological well-being. Hence, its overness and extremity needed proper identification and management. In psychological theories, it is clearly stated about various reactions of children and even adults. When children fail to pass these steps, which results in various emotional tragedies like anxiety disorder. This article deals with the conditions, including its etiological factors, symptoms, various types of anxiety disorders, and its management, including various review studies regarding this concept.

Modular CBT for Childhood Anxiety Disorders: Evaluating Clinical Outcomes and its Predictors.

This study examined clinical outcomes of a modular individual CBT for children with anxiety disorders (AD), and predictors of outcomes, in usual clinical practice. Participants were 106 children with ADs (7-17years), and parents. Assessments were pre-, mid-, post-test, and 10weeks after CBT (follow-up). Predictors (measured pre-treatment) were child characteristics (gender, age, type of AD, comorbid disorders), fathers' and mothers' anxious/depressive symptoms, and parental involvement (based on parents' presence during treatment sessions and the use of a parent module in treatment). At follow-up, 59% (intent-to-treat analyses) to 70% (completer analysis) of the children were free from their primary anxiety disorder. A significant decrease in anxiety symptoms was found. Higher parental involvement was related to lower child anxiety at follow-up, but only for children with comorbid disorders. Findings suggest that it is beneficial to treat anxiety with modular CBT. Future steps involve comparisons of modularized CBT with control conditions.

Prevalence and Odds of Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Symptoms in Children and Adults with Psoriasis: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

The magnitude of the association between psoriasis and depression has been evaluated, but not that between psoriasis and anxiety. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to examine the prevalence and odds of anxiety disorders and symptoms in patients with psoriasis. Five medical databases (Cochrane Database, EMBASE, PubMed, PsychINFO, ScienceDirect) were searched for relevant literature. A total of 101 eligible articles were identified. Meta-analysis revealed different prevalence rates depending on the type of anxiety disorder: 15% [95% confidence interval [CI] 9–21] for social anxiety disorder, 11% [9–14] for generalized anxiety disorder, and 9% [95% CI 8–10] for unspecified anxiety disorder. There were insufficient studies assessing other anxiety disorders to be able to draw any conclusions on their true prevalence. Meta-analysis also showed a high prevalence of anxiety symptoms (34% [95% CI 32–37]). Case-control studies showed a positive association between psoriasis and unspecified anxiety disorder (odds ratio 1.48 [1.18; 1.85]) and between psoriasis and anxiety symptoms (odds ratio 2.51 [2.02; 3.12]). All meta-analyses revealed an important heterogeneity, which could be explained in each case by methodological factors. The results of this study raise the necessity of screening for the presence of anxiety disorders, as previously recommended for depressive disorders, in patients with psoriasis and, if necessary, to refer such patients for evaluation by a mental health professional and appropriate treatment.

Actigraphy monitoring in anxiety disorders: A mini-review of the literature

Sleep disturbances and changes of activity patterns are not uncommon in anxiety disorders, but they are rarely the object of attention. Actigraphic monitoring of day and night activity patterns could provide useful data to detect symptom worsening, prevent risk periods, and evaluate treatment efficacy in those disorders. Thus, we have conducted a systematic search of the scientific literature to find any original study using actigraphic monitoring to investigate activity and sleep patterns in patients affected by any type of anxiety disorder according to the definition of the DSM-5. We found only six studies fulfilling these criteria. Three studies report significant findings in patients suffering from anxiety disorders. Overall, the samples and methods are heterogeneous. Although the authors support the interest of actigraphic monitoring in anxiety disorders, the evidence to date is very limited.

Coronavirus: introduction of the application of augmented reality to help children with disorders to overcome the phobia of contamination facing an indefinite end of the pandemic

Augmented reality has been increasingly used as a therapeutic tool in psychiatry. In particular, augmented reality exposure therapy (ARET) has been developed from and proposed as an alternative to standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for the treatment of phobic disorders. Using real-time 3D model and visual displays, the child is immersed in different computer-generated virtual environments designed for different types of phobia. As imaginative or in vivo exposure therapy, ARET consists in a gradual presentation of phobic stimuli. The desensitization through ARET has been found to be efficient in different types of anxiety disorder, and in particular in phobic disorders. The endeavor of this work is to examine researches done in the field of AR applied to children With Disorders. Thus, we will try to verify whether the use of these techniques makes useful or not an intervention in the case of children with disorder. The work presented aims at a reflection on the introduction of the use of AR in the treatment of these children by means of current researches. We will also observe, throughout this work, the involvement of NICTs such as augmented reality in changing the activities made with these tools on the didactic and methodological level.

Prevalence of Anxiety Disorder Comorbidities in Female Outpatients with Substance Use Disorder in a Referral Public Psychiatric Hospital in Tehran, Iran

Background: Nowadays, the attention to the combination of Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and anxiety disorders in women is increasing; therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of anxiety disorders in women substance users and epidemiological features of this population.
 Methods: In a cross-sectional study, 48 female outpatients with SUD referred to the Iran psychiatric hospital substance use clinic with a range of 18 to 65 years, were involved in the study. All participants referred to the substance use clinic of Iran psychiatric center to follow up on the comorbidities and psychiatric disorders, were involved in the study. The Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID) was used to anxiety disorders and SUD diagnoses. The SCID is a semi-structured interview guide for making the major DSM-5 diagnoses. It is administered by a clinician who is familiar with the DSM-5 classification and diagnostic criteria. Finally, gathered data were analyzed by SPSS-22.
 Results: Totally, 48 patients enrolled to this study. The mean age of patients was 34.2±9.4. Crystal (60.4%) and alcohol (50%) were the most commonly used substances. Of the 48 substance users, 47.9% had at least one type of anxiety disorders. The most common anxiety disorders in substance users were generalized anxiety disorder (37.5%), social anxiety disorder (18.8%), and agoraphobia and panic disorder (12.5%). A statistically significant correlation was found between agoraphobia and opium (p=0.04), generalized anxiety disorders and benzodiazepines (p=0.02).
 Conclusion: In the present study, it was shown that anxiety disorders co-occur with SUD at a high rate. Generalized anxiety disorders and social anxiety disorder were the two most prevalent conditions among substance users. Analysis showed a statistically significant correlation between agoraphobia and opium, general anxiety disorders and benzodiazepines.

Anxiety disorders as a new challenge to modern society

Anxiety disorders are a wide range of mental disorders that can be combined with each other or accompany diseases of other organs and systems. In today’s world affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, military conflicts, the growing incidence of cancer and other diseases, people is increasingly turn to doctors with symptoms of anxiety disorders. Such changes in the psyche are accompanied by severe clinical syndromes, as well as autonomic disorders that force a person to change their lifestyle, interfere with daily activities, professional development. For the treatment of anxiety disorders, it is advisable to use a combination of pharmacological and psychotherapeutic effects. From the point of view of high safety and tolerability profile, the drug from the group of tranquilizers Adaptol ® was effective in the treatment of various types of anxiety disorders, its use is appropriate in patients of all ages and genders, with or without comorbidities, and has other useful properties (nootropic action, etc.).

Depressive and Anxiety Disorders in Alcohol Use and Related Problems among Older African Americans

Suicide is a serious public health concern, particularly for individuals in later life. Studies suggest that greater attention to suicide prevention programs for older adults is needed as well as continued research related to interventions with older adults at risk of attempting suicide. A systematic review of the literature on suicide prevention treatment and effectiveness is fundamental to assessing existing services and developing new programs and practice standards. This systematic review of the literature extends an earlier and well-cited systematic review (1966-2009) by examining articles published between 2009 and 2021 with a focus on what types of empirically evaluated suicide prevention programs effectively prevent and reduce suicidality in older adults. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were used to gather the appropriate extant research and improve reporting accuracy. A three-stage review guided the selection of the articles. At stage one, titles were screened, which excluded 284 articles based on the inclusion criteria. Second, after a full review of each abstract, a final 14 articles remained for full-text review. Lastly, three independent researchers reviewed each of the full-text articles, and six articles were excluded. The final sample includes eight articles (N=8). The articles were categorized into three types of programs: 1) primary and home health care, 2) community-based outreach, and 3) counseling. Following a description of the articles, the authors assessed each study using the GRADE rating system. Findings underscore the critical need for evidence-based suicide prevention programs for older adults. Implications for future research are offered.