Discusses the causes of suicide and how it may be prevented. Also examines suicidal behavior and how a person's will may be used to save his or her life.

-- Provides concrete examples -- Illustrates how one's ambivalence and will to live can be utilized to save a life -- Contains numerous self-help strategies -- Furnishes specific techniques for helping friends in trouble -- Emphasizes help yourself interventions -- Generates interest in how to be helpful -- Motivation for early intervention