The Course of Post-Crisis Suicidal Symptoms: How and for Whom Is Suicide

Walker, Rheeda L.; Joiner, Thomas E., Jr.; Rudd, M. David

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ERIC Number: EJ634328

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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The Course of Post-Crisis Suicidal Symptoms: How and for Whom Is Suicide "Cathartic?"

Walker, Rheeda L.; Joiner, Thomas E., Jr.; Rudd, M. David

Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, v31 n2 p144-52 Sum 2001

Examined Modified Scale for Suicide Ideation (MSSI) scores for 198 suicidal men during suicidal crisis, prior to entry into treatment study, and again at 1-month and 12-month follow ups. Found evidence for decreased suicidality, but this was interpreted as the gradual action of interpersonal support, rather than as emotional catharsis. (BF)

Descriptors: Adults, Affective Behavior, Catharsis, Client Characteristics (Human Services), Counseling Techniques, Crisis Intervention, Outcomes of Treatment, Psychological Patterns, Suicide

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Language: English

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