Dr Alan L Berman: 25 books

This ebook highlights the misuse of prescription medications and their relationship to an increased risk of suicide. Literature reviewed here look at several types of medications and how they contribute to suicidal behaviors. This review discusses the aims of clinicians for understanding which medications...

This ebook explores the relationship between neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s, depression, and suicide risk. It includes a review of studies that examine the groups most likely to experience suicidal ideation versus those most likely to attempt. The authors discuss potential the suicide...

The presence of diabetes mellitus may prompt the development of several psychiatric disorders which elevate both the passive or active incidence of ideation. Research suggests that the deteriorating quality of life for patients may result in self-injurious behavior and/or self-neglect. This ebook...

This ebook explores the enormous risk for suicide among individuals affected by traumatic brain injury (TBI). Research reviewed here indicates that severe brain damage and alteration in executive dysfunction may represent a compelling link with suicidal ideation. The ebook summarizes how health-care...

This ebook discusses the risk of suicide associated with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). the research studies in this review highlight risk factors that contribute to the development of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Practical recommendations for caregivers are included. Written by: Ellen Merete...

This ebook studies the relations between congestive heart failure/cardiovascular disease (CHF/CVD) and suicidal behaviors. This review of the research literature identifies the gaps in knowledge about risk factors that may lead to suicidal ideation and/or self-destructive behavior among CHF/CVD patients....

This ebook investigates the intricate link between various types of cancer and suicide risk. Studies reviewed here reveal that there is a high prevalence of suicides among patients with specific cancer types, and that there are several factors which contribute to suicidal ideation. Practical recommendations...

This ebook investigates the relationship between thyroid disease and suicide. Research studies have delineated the underlying mechanisms which are possibly linked to the development of mental health disorders and suicidal tendencies among patients. Clinicians are encouraged in this review to learn...

This ebook investigates the role of prolactin in the development of suicidal behaviors among patients with dysmetabolism. The research, reviewed in this ebook, suggests that patients affected by hyperprolactinema might be at risk for suicide attempts. The discussion calls for health-care professionals...

Patients who have peptic ulcers are observed to have a strong and consistent excess risk of suicide, according to this review. The literature presented in this ebook indicates that peptic ulcers are associated with many mental disorders which may be linked to suicidal behaviors. Clinicians are urged...

This ebook identifies age groups that are more likely to experience depressive symptoms comorbid with asthma. The review contains a discussion of studies that explore the potential dose-response relationship between asthma severity and other negative conditions that may be risk factors for suicide....