Suggests explanations for derailment of the self-continuity warranting process. Maintains that although Chandler's studies used important concepts without sufficient evidence for construct validity, such use may be justified by the need to address the high Native youth suicide rate. Concludes that Chandler et al. have begun to validate a measure of self-warranting strategies and are well-poised to examine links between level and track of self-warranting in suicidality among Native youth. (KB)