Thisedited book introduces readers to the problem of suicide in Canada & the need for intervention. The book has 9 sections: 1) history; 2) epidemiology & the Canadian scene; 3) theory & research; 4) First Nations & Inuit; 5) family, community, & government approaches; 6) youth suicide, schools, & communities; 7) distress centres; 8) survivors; & 9) the right to die.