Abstract

Theories of Attempted Suicide: Should They Differ From Theories of Completed Suicide?

Lester D

Year: 2009 Source: Clinical Neuropsychiatry, v.6, no.4, (2009), p.188-191 SIEC No: 20100043

This paper explores whether theories of completed suicide are applicable to attempted suicide. It is concluded that theories are needed which apply specifically to attempted suicide, & suggestions are made for sociological & psychological theories of attempted suicide. (32 refs.)