Suicide Thoughts and Reflections (1960-1980).

Shneidman, Edwin S.

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ERIC Number: EJ259090

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Publication Date: 1981

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Suicide Thoughts and Reflections (1960-1980).

Shneidman, Edwin S.

Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, v11 n4 p198-359 Win 1981

Contains 10 articles discussing various issues relating to suicide. Discusses difficulties in defining suicide and a psychological theory of suicide. Reports on suicide among the gifted and discusses cognitive processes and styles relating to suicide. Discusses the psychological autopsy, psychotherapy with suicidal patients, and care of the bereaved. (RC)

Descriptors: Behavior Theories, Case Studies, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Death, Definitions, Gifted, History, Logical Thinking, Psychological Characteristics, Psychotherapy, State of the Art Reviews, Suicide

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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