Citation

Wächtler C, Torhorst A, Lauter H, Moller HJ. Psychiatr. Prax. 1986; 13(2): 72-75.

Vernacular Title

Die Behandlung von Patienten nach einem Suizidversuch im Rahmen eines

Copyright

(Copyright © 1986, Georg Thieme Verlag)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

3704018

Abstract

Only few patients after suicide attempt are examined by a psychiatrist. In order to intensify the primary psychiatric care of suicide attempters, a psychiatric liaison scheme was established at an intensive care unit of the Technical University, Munich. The main advantages are: A psychiatrist talks with every suicide attempter; the psychiatrist and the medical staff are better informed about the suicidal act and the personality of the suicide attempter because of close cooperation; there is more time for diagnostic and psychotherapeutic activities; suicide risk diminishes while staying on the medical ward. If a psychiatric liaison scheme cannot be established it should be tried to change ward atmosphere by advising the medical staff and offering emotional support.

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