Body Mass Index Is an Important Predictor for Suicide: Results from a Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

Public health concerns for the independent management of obesity and suicidal behavior are rising. Emerging evidence suggests body weight plays an important role in quantifying the risk of suicide. In light of these findings, we aimed to clarify the association between body mass index ( BMI ) and suicidal behavior by systematically reviewing and evaluating the literature. Studies were identified by searching MEDLINE , EMBASE , Psyc INFO , and...