Describes study identifying themes that characterize experiences of young adults who made one suicide attempt between the ages of 20 and 24. Six major themes identified include: family experiences, adolescent interactions, emotional experiences, self-destructive behaviors, depression, and perception of control. Views suicide attempts as a…

The predictive utility of measures of family connectedness and individuality differentiating among diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, and identity achievement status was examined. Data were obtained from college freshmen and their parents on perceptions of independence, communication, and emotional affection. (DWH)