A Date with Darkness
A Date with Darkness
Dr. Meagan Houston-Bright, PhD is a police psychologist based out of Houston, TX; who specializes in working with those who struggle with suicide and self-harm. Today, she joins us to explain how the difference between suicide, self-harm, suicidal gestures, and morbid ideations. She discusses the importance of taking threats seriously. Lastly, we discuss the impact of the threat of self-harm on toxic relationships.
Resources:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 800-273-8255
Treating Suicidal Clients and Self-Harming Behaviors, by Dr. Meagan N. Houston, PhD
Why Does He Do That, by Lundy Bancroft
The White Knight Syndrome, by Marilyn Kreiger & Mary Lamia
Healing From Hidden Abuse, by Shannon Thomas LCSW
Healing the Trauma of Abuse Workbook by Mary Copeland MS & Maxine Harris, PhD
Abused Men: The Hidden Side of Domestic Violence by Philip Cook
To contact Dr. Houston-Bright, PhD please visit
