The association between affective temperaments and suicidality among alcohol-addicted men - a pilot study on the mediating role of the severity of alcohol craving

Assessing affective temperaments and craving intensity is crucial in managing suicidal risk in men with alcohol dependence. Cyclothymic temperament distinguishes alcohol-dependent men from controls, albeit with a low effect size. Irritable temperament indirectly predicts suicidal behavior in this population. Further research should explore impulsivity's role in this relationship.