A one-stop book for anyone who wants a clear overview of the research approaches and issues
concerning suicide: Learn to use the appropriate methods Improve the quality of your data Get
to know state-of-the-art approaches Written by leading experts More about the book This is a
one-stop book for anyone who wants an overview of the research approaches and issues concerning
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qualitative and mixed methods in suicide-prevention from a public health perspective. Other
aspects that are crucial to effective suicide research are also presented including the proper
use of epidemiological measures and study designs definitional issues historical background
and ethical aspects. The clearly written chapters include both theoretical and practical
information along with specific examples from different areas of suicide research and
prevention and also explore essential topics such as psychological autopsies health economics
and technological advances. This volume is ideal for researchers students and academics
interested in suicide research as well as policy makers clinicians and other practitioners.
