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Attempted suicide: an operant formulation.

T Bostock, C L Williams

    The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry
    |June 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    This study reframes attempted suicide using social learning theory, viewing suicidal behavior as operant behavior maintained by interpersonal consequences. Treatment involves altering these reinforcing consequences to modify behavior.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Behavioral Science
    • Social Psychology

    Background:

    • Attempted suicide is a complex phenomenon with significant public health implications.
    • Existing frameworks may not fully capture the interpersonal dynamics maintaining suicidal behavior.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose an alternative theoretical formulation of attempted suicide.
    • To conceptualize suicidal behavior within the framework of social learning theory.
    • To outline treatment principles based on this theoretical model.

    Main Methods:

    • The study utilizes a theoretical approach, applying principles of social learning theory.
    • Suicidal behavior is analyzed as an operant behavior.
    • Interpersonal contingencies are identified as key maintaining factors.

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    Main Results:

    • Suicidal behavior is conceptualized as operant behavior reinforced by interpersonal contingencies.
    • Modification of suicidal behavior is proposed to occur through altering these contingent consequences.
    • A theoretical framework for understanding and treating suicidal behavior is presented.

    Conclusions:

    • Social learning theory provides a valuable lens for understanding attempted suicide.
    • Interpersonal contingencies play a crucial role in the maintenance of suicidal behavior.
    • Treatment strategies should focus on modifying these environmental consequences.