This is the fifth and final volume in a series of books examining the problem of suicide around the world and how suicide can be prevented. There are many groups of individuals that have been the focus of special interest.
Suicide from a Global Perspective: Psychiatric Approaches
The ageing of populations and the high prevalence of chronic diseases are risk factors for suicide, as well as the increasing prevalence of several mental disorders.
This book brings together current knowledge about suicide, its causes and its prevention, which is a useful tool for public health efforts and for clinicians daily work.
Suicide from a Global Perspective: Psychosocial Approaches
This volume on psychiatric perspectives explores the role of psychiatric disorder in suicidal behavior. This book reviews current research on the neurophysiological basis for suicide.
This book draws attention to methods of work that have been tried elsewhere and found useful.