Interpersonal Constructs in the Mediation of Early Maladaptive Schemas and Suicidal Ideation Among Outpatients With Major Depressive Disorder

Through greater perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness, outpatients with MDD with higher levels of the schemas previously known to be associated with elevated suicidal ideation were likely to exhibit a more severe level of current suicidal ideation. These findings highlight the potential benefits of including components that can reduce the severity of both interpersonal constructs in antisuicidal strategies.