This learning theory conveys that life and everything an individual encounters throughout their life (C&M 2011), imprints on them and provides information acquired about behaviors through learning and imitation (Curra 2014). Basically, differential reinforcement theory can be applied to suicide through an individual's suicide attempt by evoking certain reactions from others, such as sympathy, concern, and increased attention. Consequently, the individual develops an ability to generate desired responses from others, thereby reinforcing suicidal behaviors. Additionally, differential reinforcement theory suggests that the person who attempts or succeeds in suicide has learned about suicide by getting to know others who have committed the action. With this perspective, it is possible to begin to understand why Kirk attempted suicide twice in a short period of time..