The Handbook of Suicide Prevention covers a broad range of topics related to suicidal behaviour, including its underlying causes, risk factors, prevention strategies, and therapeutic approaches. With contributions by renowned experts in the field, the volume brings forth the latest research and clinical insights into suicidal behaviour. It highlights evidence-based practices effective in reducing suicide risk. It provides a comprehensive overview of the multidimensional perspectives, including biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to suicidal ideation and behaviour. The book provides a nuanced and extensive understanding of how suicide risk and protective factors are shaped by social, cultural, and political contexts across the lifespan. The last section of the volume highlights the need for a multifaceted approach to suicide prevention by leveraging the latest technologies and therapeutic modalities while also addressing the social and cultural factors that contribute to suicide risk.
Suicidal behaviour remains an intriguing phenomenon that demands addressing being among the leading causes of death worldwide. The handbook is a compilation of essential resources that offers a multitude of theoretical and compassionate approaches to understanding and addressing this complex phenomenon. Its practical guidance and evidence-based recommendations make it an essential reference for anyone working in suicide prevention, mental health and social work.
| ISBN: | 9789819614028 |
| Publication date: | 15th April 2025 |
| Author: | Updesh Kumar |
| Publisher: | Springer an imprint of Springer Nature Singapore |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 530 pages |
| Genres: |
Philosophy of mind Penology and punishment Psychiatry |
The Handbook of Suicide Prevention covers a broad range of topics related to suicidal behaviour, including its underlying causes, risk factors, prevention strategies, and therapeutic approaches. With contributions by renowned experts in the field, the volume brings forth the latest research and clinical insights into suicidal behaviour. It highlights evidence-based practices effective in reducing suicide risk. It provides a comprehensive overview of the multidimensional perspectives, including biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to suicidal ideation and behaviour. The book provides a nuanced and extensive understanding of how suicide risk and protective factors are shaped by social, cultural, and political contexts across the lifespan. The last section of the volume highlights the need for a multifaceted approach to suicide prevention by leveraging the latest technologies and therapeutic modalities while also addressing the social and cultural factors that contribute to suicide risk.
Suicidal behaviour remains an intriguing phenomenon that demands addressing being among the leading causes of death worldwide. The handbook is a compilation of essential resources that offers a multitude of theoretical and compassionate approaches to understanding and addressing this complex phenomenon. Its practical guidance and evidence-based recommendations make it an essential reference for anyone working in suicide prevention, mental health and social work.
Handbook of Suicide Prevention features in the following genres: Philosophy of mind, Penology and punishment, Psychiatry
Handbook of Suicide Prevention is available in Hardback
Handbook of Suicide Prevention was written by Updesh Kumar and published by Springer an imprint of Springer Nature Singapore
Handbook of Suicide Prevention has 530 pages
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