Suicide :

Black, Jeffrey S., 1954-

Suicide : understanding and intervening / By Jeffrey S. Black. - Phillipsburg, N.J. : P & R Pub., c2003.

The inner world of the suicidal person --
I. Created and covenantal beings --
II. Common features in suicidal thinking --
Intense psychological pain --
Abuse of medication --
A situational crisis --
Distorted thinking --
II. How can you help? --
First, acknowledge the reality of his pain --
Second, help him see the connection between his pain and his felt need --
Third, challenge constricted options and irrational thoughts --
Fourth, explore his perceptions of hopelessness --
Fifth, help the person to separate pain and need --
III. How to assess the risk of suicide --
Presenting problem --
Background information --
Substance abuse as a risk factor --
Available resources --
Suicidal thinking and intention --
A noble end.

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Suicide --Christianity.--Religious aspects
Suicide-- Prevention.

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