Behavioral Neurobiology of Suicide and Self Harm

This book reviews the recent research into biological aspects of suicide behavior and outlines each of the varied, recent approaches to prevent suicide. Suicidal behavior, perhaps, is the most complex behavior that combines biological, social, and psychological factors. A new frontier and new opportunities are opening with the technologies of data acquisition and data analysis. Personalized models based on digital phenotype could provide promising strategies for preventing suicide.

Enriches understanding of biological factors of suicidal behavior

Treats both theoretical and practical aspects of suicide prevention pointing out the impact of digital world

Outlines each of the varied approaches of suicidal behavior