Gifted students at risk for suicide
- 1 December 1989
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Roeper Review
- Vol. 12 (2) , 102-107
- https://doi.org/10.1080/02783198909553245
Abstract
Literature detailing those characteristics of the gifted which appear to make them more vulnerable to suicide is reviewed here. Warning signs to aid in the identification of gifted students at risk are discussed, and appropriate prevention and intervention programs are suggested. Resources, including print and film media, are listed.Keywords
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