Chapter
Suicide Over the Life Span: Adolescents and Youths (IN: Macmillan Encyclopedia of Death and Dying, vol.2: L-Z, ed. by R Kastenbaum)
Mishara B L
The rate of suicide among young people (aged 10 to 25) is discussed, & factors related to youth suicide are explored. Prevention & intervention techniques for treating suicidal behavior in young people are also examined. (10 refs)