Suicide and self-harm in prisons and jails

Tartaro, Christine, 1970-

Suicide and self-harm in prisons and jails [electronic resource] / Christine Tartaro and David Lester. - Lanham, Md. : Lexington Books, c2009. - ix, 227 p.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 191-212) and indexes.

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.


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2013.
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Prisoners--Suicidal behavior--United States.
Suicide--Prevention.--United States
Self-mutilation--United States.


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