Cognition, Metacognition, and Stigma in Patients With Suicidal Ideation

Deficits of executive function, meta cognition and stigma is known in suicidal ideation; however, their relationship is unknown. Since many studies use a single indicator of executive function and, it was considered important to study. Metacognition, executive functioning and stigma are the possible driving force behind the suicidal behavior in human being. With respect to research in the Indian context, there is paucity of studies exploring these factors. The purpose of the present study is to explore the relationships between executive functioning, metacognition, and stigma in suicidal ideation and suicide attempters in the Indian setup, where there is a lacuna in research regarding the same. Having a detailed understanding of these psychological parameters will be helpful in suicide prevention and management.