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Cognitive Therapy for Adolescent and Young Adult Suicide Attempters

Aaron T. Beck, ,

Gregory K. Brown, ,

University of Pennsylvania

Although there is a large and increasing literature on biological, psychological, and social characteristics of suicidal behavior, there is a relative lack of information dealing specifically with how to treat suicidal adolescents and young adults. A 10-session cognitive intervention for older adolescents and young adults who have attempted suicide is described in detail. A novel element of the therapy is that the treatment can be applied to individuals exhibiting suicidal behavior, regardless of psychiatric diagnosis. Information is provided about how to structure therapy sessions and how therapy progresses through the early, middle, and later stages. New, specific strategies are offered for helping suicidal individuals learn to cope more adaptively with crises and distress.

Key Words: cognitive therapy • suicide attempters • adolescents • depression

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