The Association Between Sleep Apnea and Suicidal Thought and Behavior: An Analysis of National Survey Data

摘要

Objective: Sleep disturbances have been associated with increased risk for suicidal thought and behavior. The literature in regard to sleep and suicide, however, has focused predominantly on generalized sleep disturbance or insomnia. The purpose of the current study is to examine relationships among sleep apnea and suicidal thought and behavior using a nationally representative sample.