Suizidalität und Suizidprävention bei Kindern, Jugendlichen und Erwachsenen

Renowned authors come together in a handbook that combines theory and practice. Relevant: Suicide is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and, according to the WHO, represents one of the greatest health challenges globally. Thematically diverse: assistance with acute suicidality, treatment of suicidality, support for survivors of suicide, suicide in the workplace, suicide and personality disorders, the taboo subject of suicide in children, among special groups such as the seriously ill and elderly, extended suicide, rampage, homicide. Those working in health and social services frequently encounter individuals in crisis situations. Suicide threats and attempts by patients can pose significant challenges even for the most experienced professionals. Therefore, it is crucial to be prepared for such exceptional situations and to possess the appropriate methodological tools to recognize, avert, and ideally prevent suicidal crises in the context of primary prevention. This book is aimed at individuals working in psychosocial, medical, therapeutic, counseling, educational, or nursing professions who are repeatedly confronted with issues of suicidality and suicide. It offers solid background knowledge as well as practical know-how for dealing with people in suicidal crises. This book is intended for: professionals from social, (psycho-)therapeutic, counseling, medical, and nursing fields, professionals from various educational areas such as school education, social pedagogy, geragogy, individuals involved in migration and refugee counseling, and personnel from authorities and emergency organizations.