Citation

Pridmore S, Pridmore W. Australas. Psychiatry 2011; 19(3): 211-214.

Affiliation

Professor of Psychiatry, University of Tasmania , Hobart, TAS , Australia.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, Publisher SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.3109/10398562.2011.579126

PMID

21682617

Abstract

Aim: To explore whether a healthy, successful individual may experience suicidal desires. Method: Examination of "A Confession" by Leo Tolstoy. Results: Confirmation that a physically and mentally healthy, well resourced individual may experience suicidal desires. Conclusion: To reduce suicide rates, a broader understanding of the factors which contribute to suicidal desires is required.

Language: en