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Women, Physical Illness and Suicidal Behavior (IN: Women and Suicidal Behavior, edited by S S Canetto & D Lester)
Valente S M~~Saunders J M
The meanings of physical illness & disease & the impact of women’s roles on their experiences with illness are addressed. After an examination of these background issues, the existing literature on physical illness & suicidal behavior in general, & as applied specifically to women, is reviewed. The suicidal pathways of physically ill women are examined & suggestions are given about research questions that need to be addressed. (29 refs.)