Suicide The Forever Decision: For Those Thinking About Suicide, and for Those Who Know, Love, or Counsel Them (Paperback)

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Product Description

This is a frank, compassionate book written to those who contemplate suicide as a way out of their situations. The author issues an invitation to life, helping people accept the imperfections of their lives, and opening eyes to the possibilities of love.

Product Details

• Paperback: 156 pages
• Publisher: Crossroad Classic; Expanded edition (December 25, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0824513525
• ISBN-13: 978-0824513528
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #464,103 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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62 of 64 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, May 2, 2001

By A Customer

.. I've got a good (well, depressing) 18 years of being severely depressed, with a few dysthymic (sp?) episodes thrown in for good measure. Being alive has often felt like pergatory-maybe worse... and... suicide... *is* an option, and it's one that I fight not quite on a daily basis, but very near. The thought of suicide is like my twin, if that makes sense. It's always there, a very comforting thought, but a thought that I'd REALLY like to go away - which is why I picked up this book. I've only read a few chapters and... I was *comforted* right away. It's so helpful to know that someone "out there" understand, and is trying to give you a life rope. I consider this book life jacket, and hope anyone in pain reads this.

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable, February 22, 2001

By A Customer

This is one of the most compassionate books for those who are suffering in pain due to mental disorders. I have been battling severe depression and suicidal thoughts for some time. The gentleness and care from the author allowed me to open my heart enough to be able to read this book to the end. It was comforting and yet realistic at the same time. When we roam in the darkenss of suffering and pain, we tend to become blind and forget essential facts that may save our lives. I must admit that I have not been able to conquer my suicidal thoughts but "Suicide, the Forever Decision" helps me "fight" my illness. The book stays by my bedside.

Dr. Quinnett, reading your book makes one feel that they are sitting in an office and listening to your words with comfort. I believe that this is due to your understanding and care for this illness. In the near future, I will be volunteering and participating in a research project on antidepressants. I look forward for future writings from you not only for myself but for many others who are fighting the "beast". I thank you.

33 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, January 1, 2001

By	Janet Kaepplinger (Colorado) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Suicide: The Forever Decision...for Those Thinking About Suicide, and for Those Who Know, Love, or Counsel Them (Paperback)

I work on a inpatient psychiatric unit and everyday we have patients who are on our unit with suicidal ideation. We use this book as mandatory reading for those patients. The feedback we receive has been great. We have yet to have anyone say they did not get anything out of it. Most of the patients have taken the book home with them. Staff have also read this book and we all feel that it is a great book that presents suicide in a very compassionate yet matter-of-fact manner. It has probably saved many lives. Thank you Paul!