The suicide attitude vignette experience (save): A search for sexual stereotypes in the perception of suicidal behavior

Using a modification of the Suicide Attitude Vignette Experience (SAVE), a study identified no sexual stereotypes in the perceived rationality and appropriateness of completed suicide in response to crises. Respondents who were depressed or who had a history of suicidal preoccupation did view the choice of suicide as more rational and more appropriate.