Rational Suicide?

Rational Suicide?
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Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Total Pages : 172
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ISBN-10 : 9781317763420
ISBN-13 : 1317763424
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Book Synopsis Rational Suicide? by : James L. Werth Jr.

Download or read book Rational Suicide? written by James L. Werth Jr. and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2016-02-04 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The idea that suicide may be an acceptable, rational option is rarely presented in professional literature. However, recent events and developments forcefully demonstrate that mental health professionals can no longer ignore the possibility that people can make a rational decision to die. After introducing the concept of rational suicide, the book explores the changing views of suicide over the centuries. Common arguments against rational suicide are examined and rebutted.


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