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Peer reviewedRichman, Joseph – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 1988
Author explains why he disagrees with concept of rational suicide, asserting that what some see as basis for rational suicide, he sees as basis for therapy. Discusses particular circumstances of the very old, disabled, and terminally ill. Contends that effective psychotherapy is possible with terminally ill. Concludes that, although he opposes…
Descriptors: Coping, Death, Decision Making, Helping Relationship
