title: Methods of suicide prophylaxis in general practice.
abstract: In the Federal Republic of Germany, it is necessary to justify the assertion that suicide prophylaxis is an important part of humane medical treatment and a humane society. Nearly all diseases and disturbances having psychological bearing are associated with suicide. The general practitioner, in particular, is in a position to recognize and treat these conditions at an early stage.
mesh_terms: D005194:Family Practice; D005860:Germany, West; D006801:Humans; D009042:Motivation; D013405:Suicide / Q000523:psychology; D013406:Suicide, Attempted / Q000523:psychology; D000092864:Suicide Prevention