Suicide and self-harm in prisons and jails
This book explores several topics pertaining to suicide and deliberate self-harm in the corrections setting, including who tends to commit these acts; where, when, and how these incidents occur; screening mechanisms; the role of environmental stimuli in facilitating or preventing acts of self harm;...
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| Formato: | Libro electrónico |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Lanham, Md. :
Lexington Books
c2009.
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| Edición: | 1st ed |
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| Ver en Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull: | https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009798269206719 |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- Introduction
- Who commits suicide while incarcerated?
- When, where, and how suicides in prisons and jails occur
- Suicidal ideation, suicide attempts, and self-mutilation
- Screening and assessment
- Crisis intervention and counseling
- Facility design and suicide prevention
- Diversion and transition programs
- Litigation issues
- Suggestions for the future.
