Igor Galynker's second edition of The Suicidal Crisis is unique in its presentation of deep-dive, scientifically derived constructs about suicide, alongside its pragmatic utility for clinicians. Dr. Galynker's passion to find answers through science and to truly help suicidal people, has led to promising data that can inform how clinicians assess risk for suicide, and how they can engage in person-centered, compassionate, effective care.
Dr. Igor I. Galynker is a clinical and research psychiatrist with broad interests in suicide prevention, bipolar disorder, behavioral addictions, and the role of family in psychiatric illness. He has published extensively on these topics in professional journals and in the lay press and has authored an acclaimed book on family involvement in psychiatric treatment.