To explore the relationship between social determinants of health, substance use disorder, and veteran mortality due to suicide.
Examined veteran demographics and health outcomes
Analyzed data on substance use and treatment access
Investigated the role of social determinants in health outcomes
Identified significant links between substance use disorder and increased suicide rates
Highlighted the necessity of integrated care approaches
Demonstrated that social determinants significantly influence healthcare access among veterans
Abstract
Integrated approaches that embed suicide prevention within addiction and SDH-focused care are essential to address the multifactorial drivers of veterans' suicidal mortality.