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Understanding suicidal ideation and assessing for risk

Peter Ruddell Centre for Stress Management, 156 Westcombe Hill, London, SE3 7DH, UK
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Berni Curwen Colin Sams Day Hospital, Archery House, Cotton Lane, Dartford, DA2 6AU, UK
Pages 363-372 | Published online: 17 Jun 2010

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