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Capable of Suicide: A Functional Model of the Acquired Capability Component of the Interpersonal‐Psychological Theory of Suicide

Year: 2010

Type: review

Abstract: A functional model of the acquired capability for suicide, a component of Joiner's (2005) Interpersonal-Psychological Theory of Suicide, is presented. A component of Joiner's (2005) Interpersonal-Psychological Theory of Suicide a functional model of the acquired capability for suicide is presented. The model integrates the points discussed by Joiner into a unified and specific conceptualization of acquired capability. Several points are elaborated on, such as the interaction between specific diatheses with life events, the role of short-term bolstering of the capability for suicide, and how contextual factors moderate the experience of painful and provocative life events; thereby leading to fearlessness and pain insensitivity to the actions and ideas involved in suicide.

Source: Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior

DOI: 10.1521/suli.2010.40.3.266

Authors: Phillip N. Smith, Kelly C. Cukrowicz

Institutions: University of Rochester Medicine, University of Rochester, Texas Tech University

Language: English

Topic: Suicide and Self-Harm Studies

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Mental Health