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Why Suicidal Thoughts Don’t Always Lead to Action with Dr. David Klonsky (Encore)

Why Suicidal Thoughts Don’t Always Lead to Action with Dr. David Klonsky (Encore)

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Revisit our conversation with Dr. David Klonsky, Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia studying suicide, the parsimonious models of suicide, and the better understanding of suicide motivations and warning signs.

Dr. Klonsky dives deep into the Three-Step Theory of Suicide, explaining why some people consider suicide and some attempt suicide. He shares his experience in martial arts and how it has influenced his understanding of the mental and emotional aspects of fighting. Dr. Klonsky explains the three-step theory which includes the conditions under which people feel suicidal, the intensity of suicidal desire, the capability to attempt suicide, and more.

Special Guest:
E. David Klonsky

The following paper was referenced in the show:
The three-step theory of suicide: Description, evidence, and some useful points of clarification

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