Title
An Examination of the Assessment and Treatment of Suicide
Date of Award
2018
Document Type
Doctoral Research Paper
Degree Name
Psy.D.
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Judith Fox
Second Advisor
Hale Martin
Third Advisor
Sally Spencer-Thomas
Keywords
Suicide
Abstract
This paper uses a combination of literature reviews and interviews with clinicians and suicide attempt survivors to examine the historical, ethical and systemic influences that have contributed to the evolution of how clinicians assess and treat suicide risk. Reviewing the history of suicide assessment and treatment can help clinicians better understand how modern day practices came to be as well as inspire new practices. Broadening our perception of suicide risk and treatment practices can also help clinicians be more cognizant of ways they may be influenced by the stigmatization of suicide as well as practices they engage in that could be harmful.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Extent
38 pages
Recommended Citation
Gilliam, Holly, "An Examination of the Assessment and Treatment of Suicide" (2018). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 306.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/306