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Dufresne, Robin M.; Baltrinic, Eric R.; Laux, John M.; Reynolds, Jennifer – Mid-Western Educational Researcher, 2020
Many counselors believe suicidal ideation in a terminally ill client can be rational (Rogers et al, 2001). One hundred and fifty-three counselors rated their perceived competence to counsel individuals who are rationally suicidal. Data were analyzed with non-parametric statistics. Findings suggest participants with more education, more years of…
Descriptors: Suicide, Terminal Illness, Counselor Attitudes, Counseling Effectiveness
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Rogers, James R.; Britton, Paula J. – Counseling Psychologist, 1994
Responds to Werth's (1992) arguing for rational suicide for individuals diagnosed with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Commends Werth's willingness to address issue of rational suicide for individuals diagnosed with AIDS, but expresses concerns about data supporting his rationale and implications for counseling psychology and society…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Competence, Counseling Services, Decision Making