An outpatient treatment alternative for suicidal youth
Abstract
The present study demonstrates the safety and effectiveness of an outpatient treatment program for suicidal children and adolescents. Pre- and post-treatment measures of patient behavior and family functioning are presented for 47 adolescents and latency-aged children who received treatment from the Systemic Crisis Intervention Program at the Houston Child Guidance Center. Follow-up was conducted at three and six months and at a point between 12-18 months. All measures indicated significant long-term improvement. Data concerning post-institutional use and suicidal behavior are also presented. © 1990.
Publication Title
Journal of Adolescence
Recommended Citation
Gutstein, S., & Rudd, M. (1990). An outpatient treatment alternative for suicidal youth. Journal of Adolescence, 13 (3), 265-277. https://doi.org/10.1016/0140-1971(90)90018-3
