Suicide prevention in prisons: policy and practice
Martin McHugh
(Prison Service, Suicide Awareness Support Unit)
156
Abstract
A detailed overview of policy and practice in suicide prevention in prisons is given, focusing on England and Wales. The current strategy for suicide awareness is outlined and its implementation discussed. Future developments aimed at reducing suicide are reviewed.
Citation
McHugh, M. (2000), "Suicide prevention in prisons: policy and practice", The British Journal of Forensic Practice, Vol. 2 No. 1, pp. 12-16. https://doi.org/10.1108/14636646200000003
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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