The science of thanotology -- the study of the phenomena of death and the psychological mechanisms for coping with death -- has developed rapidly across the globe. But very little is known about death and related issues in China because the subject is considered taboo by the Chinese people. This vol
Suicidal Behaviour, Bereavement and Death Education in Chinese Adolescents: Hong Kong Studies
β Scribed by John W.L. Tse, Christopher Bagley
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Year
- 2017
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 210
- Series
- Routledge Revivals
- Edition
- 1
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
This title was first published in 2002: Why are rates of suicidal behaviour in Chinese adolescents so high? What factors in school, community, family and interpersonal relationships cause this tragedy? Using key new research from leading researchers and social workers with first hand knowledge of these problems in Hong Kong, this enthralling study examines those most at risk and signposts the most effective interventions in therapy and strategic prevention programmes. The result is a highly original and readable account which will be compulsive reading for social workers and academics around the world.
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