Pamphlet

Insights: Suicide and Substance Abuse

Suicide Information and Education Centre~~Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission

Year: 1990 Source: Calgary, Alta.: Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission, (Jan. 1990). 2p. SIEC No: 19900344

Discusses the interaction between substance abuse & suicide noting that alcohol appears to be a factor in a significant number of suicides & attempts. The risk of suicide & of attempts is higher among long-term problem drinkers & alcoholics & drugs other than alcohol can contribute to self destructive behaviors.