Dr Alan L Berman: 25 books

This ebook examines the relation between multiple sclerosis and elevated suicide risk. Research literature summarized here suggests that those with multiple sclerosis are likely to engage in self-injurious behaviors and that clinicians should evaluate ways to provide adequate support for patients....

This ebook examines suicide risk in association with various skin diseases. Literature reviewed here shows that certain skin diseases may prompt the development of suicidal ideation and self-injurious behaviors among patients. This review suggests that clinicians should understand ways to treat patients...

This ebook identifies chronic conditions that are known to be highly comorbid with arthritic disorders and that can increase suicide risk. The authors explore the literature on arthritis and depressive, anxiety, and mood disorders. The ebook concludes with recommendations for caregivers regarding...

This ebook discusses the significant links between epilepsy and suicide risk. Studies reviewed in this ebook reveal that certain types of epilepsy could lead to self-injurious behavior among patients. Clinicians are urged to focus on the different types and stages of epilepsy in order to better understand...

Failure to properly adhere to a medical regimen may place patients at risk for suicidal behaviors, according to the authors of this ebook. A considerable number of research studies in this review point to suicidal ideation and self-injurious actions as a result of non-compliance with medication usage....

This ebook offers information about Alzheimer’s disease and its association with suicide risk behaviors. Studies summarized here describe the factors that are important to consider when evaluating an Alzheimer patient’s risk of developing suicidal thoughts. Practical recommendations for caregivers...

This review explores the association between chronic pain and suicide risk factors. Patients with certain chronic pains are at a higher risk of self-injurious behavior, and other, related risk factors may add to the susceptibility of committing suicide. The authors of the ebook examine preventive...

Individuals with HIV/AIDS may be at a high risk for suicidal behavior. This ebook provides a review of the literature on the risk factors that play a role in the development of suicidal ideation among HIV/AIDS patients. Practical recommendations for caregivers are provided. Written by: Nina...

This ebook discusses the suicide risks associated with breast augmentation as demonstrated by recent research studies. The authors explore the risks of suicide among patients with particular types of preoperative and postoperative expectations. The ebook describes how health-care professionals are...

This ebook examines the factors that link patients with Huntington disease to the development of suicidal ideation and risk behaviors. Research literature suggests that Huntington disease is associated with high risk of suicide. The authors encourage clinicians to address this issue with their patients...

This ebook offers a succinct review of suicide risks associated with renal diseases as supported by research literature. Renal disease encompasses disorders that can increase depression. Clinicians have struggled with the concept of treatment withdrawal and whether it represents suicide; a short discussion...

This ebook provides a review of studies regarding people who have suffered the loss of a limb and their risk for attempting suicide. This review suggests that, indeed, there is a possible link between limb loss and suicide. The authors discuss the importance of having clinicians understand the effect...

This ebook discusses the presence of chronic headaches and migraines and their critical role in the emergence of suicidal ideation and behaviors. The literature reviewed here suggests that there are several risk factors which contribute to suicidal ideation and that clinicians should assess appropriate...

The link between COPD and suicide is not a direct one, conclude the authors of this ebook, however, they provide a thorough review of the literature on the factors and chronic conditions that could elevate suicide risk among people with COPD. The authors explore the biopsychosocial surround for individuals...