# Substance-use disorders linked to sixfold higher risk of suicidal behaviour –

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**Created:** [October 3, 2026, 5:59pm UTC](https://schizophreniasupport.discourse.group/t/substance-use-disorders-linked-to-sixfold-higher-risk-of-suicidal-behaviour/9195 "2026-10-03T17:59:05Z")\
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> **[Substance-use disorders linked to sixfold higher risk of suicidal behaviour –...](https://theconversation.com/substance-use-disorders-linked-to-sixfold-higher-risk-of-suicidal-behaviour-new-study-292399?utm_medium=article_clipboard_share&utm_source=theconversation.com)**
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> A study of 4.2 million people found a strong link between substance-use disorders and suicidal behaviour, with family patterns offering further clues.