International Handbook of Suicide Prevention: Research, Policy and Practice

By Stephen David Platt

The International Handbook of Suicide Prevention showcases the latest cutting-edge research from the world's leading authorities, and highlights policy and practice implications for the prevention of suicide. Brings together the world's leading authorities on suicidal behaviour, renowned for their suicide prevention research, policy and practice Addresses the key questions of why people attempt suicide, the best interventions, treatments and care for those at risk, and the key international challenges in trying to prevent suicide Describes up-to-date, theoretically-derived and evidence-based research and practice from across the globe, which will have implications across countries, cultures and the lifespan

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470683848
• ISBN13: 9780470683842
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 696 Pages
• Weight: 2.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.7" x 1.6" x 6.9"