JOURNAL ARTICLE

Suicide Prevention in Viktor Frankl's Work (Updated April 20, 2026).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2026. P. 1392 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

This article focuses on the contributions of Viktor Frankl to clinical psychology in the field of suicide prevention. It reviews Frankl’s work, highlighting his emphasis on the search for meaning in life as a key protective factor against suicidal ideation, based on his clinical experience and observations during extreme conditions such as concentration camps. The paper underscores the relevance of Frankl’s logotherapy and existential analysis for contemporary suicide prevention practices. This research is presented as a narrative bibliographic review and has not yet undergone peer review. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2026/05, p1392
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:193431641
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