Sleep Problems, Suicidality and Depression among American Indian Youth
Dublin Core
Title
Sleep Problems, Suicidality and Depression among American Indian Youth
Subject
Sleep disorders
Electronic Resource Item Type Metadata
Journal Name
Journal of Sleep Disorders–Treatment & Care
Volume
Vol. 2
Issue
No. 3
Publication Date
2013
Document Type
Journal article
Language
English
Region
North America
Access
Open Access
Abstract
Study background
Mental health and sleep problems are important public health concerns among adolescents yet little is known about the relationship between sleep, depressive symptoms, and suicidality among American Indian youth.
Methods
This study examined the impact of sleep and other factors on depressive symptoms and suicidality among Lumbee American Indian adolescents (N=80) ages 11–18.
Results
At the bivariate level, sleepiness, was associated with depression but not with suicidality. Time in bed (TIB) was not associated with depression, but more TIB decreased the likelihood of suicidality. Higher levels of depressive symptoms were associated with increased likelihood of suicidality. At the multivariate level, sleepiness, suicidality, and self-esteem were associated with depression. TIB and depressive symptoms were the only variables associated with suicidality.
Conclusion
In working with American Indian youth, it may be helpful to consider sleep patterns as part of a comprehensive assessment process for youth who have or are at risk for depression and suicide.
Mental health and sleep problems are important public health concerns among adolescents yet little is known about the relationship between sleep, depressive symptoms, and suicidality among American Indian youth.
Methods
This study examined the impact of sleep and other factors on depressive symptoms and suicidality among Lumbee American Indian adolescents (N=80) ages 11–18.
Results
At the bivariate level, sleepiness, was associated with depression but not with suicidality. Time in bed (TIB) was not associated with depression, but more TIB decreased the likelihood of suicidality. Higher levels of depressive symptoms were associated with increased likelihood of suicidality. At the multivariate level, sleepiness, suicidality, and self-esteem were associated with depression. TIB and depressive symptoms were the only variables associated with suicidality.
Conclusion
In working with American Indian youth, it may be helpful to consider sleep patterns as part of a comprehensive assessment process for youth who have or are at risk for depression and suicide.
Cataloger
Kristen Walker
Citation
“Sleep Problems, Suicidality and Depression among American Indian Youth,” ICMGLT Digital Library, accessed November 3, 2026, https://library.icmglt.org/items/show/698.