What Is the Critical Way in Which Death Initiators Differ

question 54

Multiple Choice

What is the critical way in which death initiators differ from other categories, according to Edwin Shneidman?

• A) They employ more lethal means.
• B) They do not intend to end their lives with their action.
• C) They believe that death will not end their existence.
• D) They believe they are merely speeding up an ongoing process.

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