Year: 1979 Source: Salzburg: O Muller, 1979. 315p. SIEC No: 19832551

Part of a series of studies in clinical psychology outlining the types of depressive reactions and the psychiatric and psychological classifications. The influence of the working environment and social status is described and sections are devoted to the problems of depression and suicidal behavior among the elderly. Lastly some psychological therapies are described for controlling depressive and suicidal behaviors. (PB)