Differences in reasons for taking overdoses in high and low hopelessness groups.
Thirty-five people admitted to hospital following deliberate self-harm by overdose were interviewed. Patients rated several 'reasons' for making the attempt on 0-10-point scales. The 'reasons' used were those derived by Bancroft and his associates (e.g. find out if someone loved...
Main Author: | Williams, J |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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1986
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