Frequency and characteristics of suicide attempts in dissociative identity disorders: A 12-month follow-up study in psychiatric outpatients in Switzerland

Our results support previous evidence for a high risk of suicide attempts in patients with DID. The potential risk factors for suicidal behavior in DID subjects correspond largely to known risk factors for suicide in general population and mental disorders other than DID. The results emphasize the importance of assessing suicidal intentions when treating DID patients.