Review of Suicidology, 2000 [Hardcover]

Morton M. Silverman (Editor)

Book Description

Series: Review of Suicidology | Publication Date: January 27, 2000

This volume presents current ideas and scientific findings on key topics in the field of suicidology. Chapters from noted authorities address a broad range of psychological, social, and biological factors in suicidal behavior and report on advances in prevention and treatment. Topics covered include adolescent suicide, psychopharmacological treatment for at-risk patients, cultural beliefs and behaviors, and cognitive risk factors. Also addressed are the scientific basis of clinical practice in suicidology, suicidality in children and older adults, and the debates around physician-assisted death. Designed for both professionals and students, the book demonstrates the role of high-quality research in promoting a fuller understanding of suicidal behavior and facilitating the development of effective therapeutic interventions.

Editorial Reviews

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"Review of Suicidology, 2000 sets the foundation for an evidence-based approach to one of the most pressing public health challenges of the new millennium--the prevention of suicidal behavior. Not only are our achievements acknowledged, but our limitations are as well, providing a balanced view for undergraduate and postgraduate students of suicidology." --Robert D. Goldney, MD, President, International Association for Suicide Prevention; Department of Psychiatry, University of Adelaide, Australia

"Every clinician working with psychiatric patients is on the front lines of the war against suicide. The major weapon is knowledge. This volume provides a wealth of information on patterns of suicide, risk factors, and effective treatment approaches for major psychiatric disorders. It reviews a broad landscape of research that will richly reward the reader." --J. John Mann, MD, Professor of Psychiatry Columbia University; Chief of Neuroscience, New York State Psychiatric Institute

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"This is truly an encyclopedic textbook in its scope, comprehensiveness, and feeling of intellectual excitement. It is my essential book." Edwin S. Shneidman, PhD, Professor of Thanatology Emeritus, UCLA, Founder, American Association of Suicidology

"Maris, Berman, and Silverman are to be congratulated on this important new initiative. Although there have been many books published in the field of suicidology, a comprehensive textbook has been lacking. All readers who want to have a wealth of knowledge about suicide and suicidal behaviors will greatly value having this book on their shelves. Its richness, breadth, and internal consistency make it an excellent resource for clinicians and academicians." J. John Mann, MD, Professor of Psychiatry, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons; Chief, Department of Neuroscience, New York State Psychiatric Institute

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 282 pages
• Publisher: Guilford Press; 1 edition (January 27, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572305037
• ISBN-13: 978-1572305038
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.8 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,774,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book on Clinical Suicidology, May 22, 2000

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Proença, Mário R.P. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Review of Suicidology, 2000 (Hardcover)

Excellent book on Clinical Suicidology. It reflects the latest research findings in Clinical Suicidology, and reviews some of the research studies available.

For non professionals this book could be interesting but boring as the authors of the different chapters make a complete and systematic review of some of the research studies, with lots of statistical data and their analyzes, and their perspective and findings on different scientific approaches to suicidal behavior.

For all medical staff, it should be very useful to read and demystify some of the concepts that are generally associated with the use of medical terminology regarded to suicidal behavior and many other subjects that pertain to this behavior.

For the mental health professional, probably it will be a very useful resource for further clinical research and practice. The articles are scientifically very well presented and approached giving the reader a new vision on the evolution that has come under Clinical Suicidology and the much more that has to be done.

For those who haven't read the Review of Suicidology 1997, I would strongly advise to do it, because of its great usefulness and complements the 2000 edition.