Evaluation and Management of the Suicidal Patient (IN: Depression in Medical Practice, ed. by A Enelow)

This chapter discusses the relationship between depression & suicide, how suicidal patients can be recognized & evaluated, & what can be done to prevent death by suicide. The author states the importance of working with family members, clergymen, other physicians, friends & family, & community agencies in order to give the patient the support that they need. (4 refs)