The data in this analysis reflect the striking contrast in age distribution in the suicide patterns of Whites and Blacks. Whereas White suicide increases in direct relation with advancing chronological age, suicide among Blacks reaches its peak in the youthful years. Black men in their twenties represent the most suicide-prone group. (Author)

This paper discusses and analyzes the etiology and treatment of suicidal adolescents from an ecological point of view that includes three major perspectives: biophysical, psychological and sociological. (Author/RH)

This study examined the increase in the rate of suicide by hanging and an apparently simultaneous decrease in the rate of suicide by firearm as hypothetical evidence that Australian males have substituted one method of suicide for another. Individual suicide method choice may be related to independent changes in the social acceptability of each…

From a national random telephone survey of U.S. adults, estimates the 12-month incidence of exposure to suicide and its association with suicidal ideation, planning, and behavior. Of 5,238 respondents, 342 reported knowing a suicide decedent from the previous year. Univariate analysis showed persons reporting such exposure were significantly more…

Presents results of a qualitative analysis of the narratives of 29 street youth in which they describe their experiences with, and understanding of, suicide. A history of attempted suicide was reported by 76% of the participants. Additionally it was found that prostitution was linked with their suicidal experiences and may account for the high…

This paper begins by critically exploring Freudian and post-Freudian understandings of suicide while drawing several examples from clinical practice. The paper then reconsiders psychodynamic approaches to suicidal clients from a Levinasian ethical position. Suggests that suicide may be a logical part of what it is to be human, rather than an…

Investigates the nature of suicidal behavior among treatment-seeking pathological gamblers and its relationship to gambling characteristics and depression. High rates of suicidal ideation, suicidal plans, and attempts were found; however, no clear relationship was observed between suicidality and indices of gambling behavior. (Contains 37…

Recognizes suicide as leading cause of death in jails, with pretrial detainees being particularly at risk. Provides clinicians serving as consultants to jails with overview of legal precedent concerning liability for jail suicides on federal appellate, federal district, and state levels. Table provides summary view of appellate-level decisions on…

Explored relationship among depression, social skills, and suicidal behavior in 41 adolescents hospitalized in general medical setting following suicide attempt, comparing subjects to 40 nonsuicidal psychiatrically hospitalized adolescents. Two groups did not differ on Children's Depression Inventory or Matson Evaluation of Social Skills with…

Discusses the increasing incidence of suicide among adolescents and children. Indicates that children from families with death, divorce, or other forms of disruption are at particular risk, as are male children. Concludes that professionals involved with young people require accurate information and skills with which to identify high risk children…

Examined stability of interpersonal problem-solving skills in hospitalized suicide ideators (n=36). Subjects displayed marked changes in depressive symptoms, state anxiety, hopelessness, and suicide intent over time, and these improvements were associated with improvements in interpersonal problem-solving skills. Concluded that interpersonal…

Draws on current understanding of empirically based information about adolescent suicide, and concepts from crisis intervention and adolescent development to provide an outline and rationale for comprehensive, school-based suicide response programs. Discusses incidence, warning signs, and risk factors; the school's concerns; the school's role; and…

Discusses suicide prevention programs administered in United States, noting that treatment for suicidal patients is conducted in terms of basic tenets of Western culture. Cautions American therapists treating Asian patients, especially suicidal individuals who are regressed and show cultural characteristics, to consider importance of cultural…

A teacher of gifted high school students looks at the large amount of murder, suicide, and violence in recommended reading lists for this group and concludes that though this literature should be read by students, teachers need to counterbalance it with happiness and hope. (DB)

Presents status of available United States suicide data for older people, considering problems and characteristics of official suicide figures and their limitations and omissions, specifically with regard to elderly suicide. Shows older persons to be at highest risk for suicide, but to have declining rates. Proposes that more detailed mortality…