Multiple Suicide Attempts and Informal Labeling: An Exploratory Study.

Wenz, Friedrich V.

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ERIC Number: EJ180987

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1978

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Multiple Suicide Attempts and Informal Labeling: An Exploratory Study

Wenz, Friedrich V.

Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 8, 1, 3-12, Spr 78

Attempted suicide is considered to be a form of deviant behavior. Multiple suicide attempts are evaluated within the labeling perspective. Specifically, it is determined if labeling theory can explain acts repeated suicide attempts. Labeling by family and friends was found to be significantly related to repeat. (Author)

Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Rating Scales, Family Influence, Labeling (of Persons), Research Projects, Suicide

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