Association between body roundness index and suicidal ideation in U.S. adults: A cross-sectional study.

Pincheng Luo, Omar M Alruwaili, Huanlin Zhou, Yanxue Lian

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Pincheng LuoSchool of Medicine, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland.

Omar M AlruwailiSchool of Medicine, University College Dublin, Ireland.

Huanlin ZhouSchool of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.

Yanxue LianSchool of Medicine, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland.

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Purpose: The relationship between the body roundness index (BRI) and suicidal ideation has not been previously examined. This study aimed to investigate this association through a cross-sectional analysis. Method: The data used in this study was extracted from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey ranging from 2011 to 2012 to 2017-2018. The BRI was calculated from body measurement data, while a questionnaire was used to assess suicidal ideation. Weighted multivariable logistic regression analysis, weighted stratified analysis, and smooth curve fitting were conducted to assess the relationship between the BRI and suicidal ideation. Conclusion: The present study indicated that a greater BRI was significantly associated with higher levels of suicidal ideation. The findings underscore the importance of considering BRI as a potential indicator for identifying individuals at elevated risk of suicidal ideation. The study also emphasizes the need for a shift towards a weight-inclusive approach in public health, which can help reduce societal pressures and mitigate the psychological impact of weight stigma.

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Body roundness indexBody shapeMetal healthPublic healthSuicidal ideation

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PMID40092916

DOI10.1016/j.pmedr.2025.103018

PMCPMC11909443

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