Suicidal ideation is a medical term for unusual thoughts or concerns about suicide. The range of suicidal ideation varies greatly, from fleeting to detailed planning, to role-playing and failed attempts, which may be deliberately constructed to fail or be discovered, or may be entirely intended to result in death. Although most people who have suicidal ideation do not attempt suicide, a significant percentage do.[1] Suicidal ideation is generally associated with depression; however, it appears to have associations with many other psychiatric disorders, life events, and family events, which may increase the risk of suicidal ideation. Recurrent suicidal behavior and suicidal ideation are a hallmark of borderline personality disorder. One study found that 73% of patients with borderline personality disorder had attempted suicide, with an average of 3.4 attempts.[2] Currently, there are several treatment options for those suffering from suicidal ideation. Contents1 Signs and symptoms1.1 Scales2 Risk factors2.1 Psychiatric disorders2.2 Side effects of prescription drugs2.3 Life events2.4 Family history2.5 Relationships with parents and friends3 Prevention4 Treatment4.1 Hospitalization4.2 Outpatient treatment4.3 Medications5 See also6 References7 Further reading8 External linksSigns and symptomsSuicidal ideation has a simple definition - suicidal thoughts - but there are other related signs and symptoms. Some symptoms or comorbid conditions may include unintentional weight loss, feelings of helplessness, feelings of loneliness, excess paper..." 5.1% of the same participants reported suicidal ideation. Participants who scored "very high ” on the psychological distress scale “were 77 times more likely to report suicidal ideation than those in the low category.”[5] In a 1-year study conducted in Finland, 41% of patients who later committed suicide saw a healthcare provider, most visited a psychiatrist. Of these, only 22% discussed suicidal intent at their last office visit. In most cases, the office visit occurred within a week of the suicide most victims had a diagnosed depressive disorder.[22]There are many centers where you can receive help in combating suicidal ideation and suicide. Hemelrijk et al (2012) found evidence that assistance to people with suicidal ideation via the Internet compared to more direct forms such as telephone conversations have a greater effect.