Suicide: A Global Perspective

Suicide: A Global Perspective
ISBN-10
1608054276
ISBN-13
9781608054275
Series
Suicide
Category
Psychology
Pages
296
Language
English
Published
2012-09-19
Author
Takashi Yasuoka

Description

This book summarizes relevant data on suicide in countries belonging to different cultures and geographical areas. Specifically, the e-book discuses the relationship between suicide prevention agencies including government organizations; what the important issues are and what can be learned from different contests. Cultural aspects are highlighted to provide explanation for the different scenarios regarding suicide.

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