Study of Suicide in Philadelphia
Public Health Reports (1896-1970)Published 1 January 1958
Jacob Tuckman, Martha Lavell
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A study of suicides that occurred in Philadelphia during the 5-year period 1951-55 to learn more about the characteristics of individuals who commit suicide and to determine ways in which a public health agency might be instrumental in the prevention of suicide.
Abstract
Systematic collection of epidemiological data on suicides may help in understanding the causes of suicide.The study also concludes that the family physician is in a key position to recognize the potential suicide and refer him to psychiatric resources as a hygienic precaution. Study of Suieide in Philadelphia
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Psychology