The Effectiveness and Safety of Acupuncture on Suicidal Behavior: A Systematic Review
Kwon CY, Lee B · Healthcare · 2023 March 27
DOI 10.3390/healthcare11070955
Objective
To investigate the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture in the treatment of suicidal behaviors.
Conclusions
Acupuncture may reduce the risk of suicidal behavior in clinical and non-clinical populations, though the methodological quality of the included studies was not optimal.
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