Prison Suicide: An Overview and Guide to Prevention

This monograph presents a review of the literature and of national and state standards for prison suicide prevention, as well as national data on the incidence and rate of prison suicide, effective prevention programs, and discussion of liability issues. Topics also discussed include staff training, intake screening/assessment, housing, levels of supervision, intervention and administrative review. The document also examines the role of the courts in shaping prison suicide policy.

Author: National Institute of Corrections U. S.,Lindsay M. Hayes
Publisher: Bibliogov
Published: 10/17/2012
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.53lbs
Size: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.27d
ISBN: 9781249848776

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