Young African-American male suicide prevention and spirituality
Abstract
This article addresses the increased rates of suicide among young African American males during the 1980s and 1990s that has influenced a call for suicide prevention strategies. A review of the literature about substance abuse as a risk factor for the trauma of suicidal behavior and spirituality as a potential protective factor are discussed. An original report of research findings by the authors, which suggest a relationship between spirituality and healthy drug attitudes, are discussed along with implications for suicide prevention programs with young African Americans. Copyright © Taylor & Francis Inc.
Publication Title
Stress, Trauma and Crisis
Recommended Citation
Washington, G., & Teague, K. (2005). Young African-American male suicide prevention and spirituality. Stress, Trauma and Crisis, 8 (2-3), 93-105. https://doi.org/10.1080/15434610590956886
