Treating Suicidal Behavior: An Effective, Time-Limited Approach

by Thomas E. Joiner, M. Hasan Rajab, M. David Rudd

Book Overview

Grounded in a comprehensive model of suicidality, this volume describes an empirically supported cognitive-behavioral treatment approach. The clinician is guided to assess suicidal behavior and implement interventions tailored to the severity, chronicity, and diagnostic complexity of the patient's symptoms. Provided are session-by-session guidelines and clear-cut strategies for defusing the initial crisis; reducing suicidal behavior; restructuring...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1593851006
• ISBN13: 9781593851002
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.3" x 9.0"