#1
Which of the following is a risk factor for suicide?
History of substance abuse
ExplanationSubstance abuse history increases suicide risk.
#2
What is the term for a suicide attempt that is unsuccessful?
Non-fatal attempt
ExplanationAn unsuccessful attempt is termed non-fatal.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a warning sign for suicide risk?
Increased interest in hobbies
ExplanationIncreased interest in hobbies is not a typical warning sign for suicide risk.
#4
What is the term for the phenomenon where media coverage of suicide can lead to an increase in suicide rates?
Media contagion
ExplanationMedia contagion refers to increased suicides due to media coverage.
#5
What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide are at higher risk of suicide themselves?
Bereavement effect
ExplanationBereavement effect: increased suicide risk after losing a loved one to suicide.
#6
What does the acronym SADPERSONS represent in suicide risk assessment?
A mnemonic for remembering suicide risk factors
ExplanationSADPERSONS mnemonic aids in recalling risk factors.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a protective factor against suicide?
Lack of social support
ExplanationLack of social support is not protective against suicide.
#8
What is the first step in assessing suicide risk?
Asking direct questions about suicide
ExplanationDirectly asking about suicide initiates risk assessment.
#9
Which demographic group has the highest suicide rates in most countries?
Middle-aged men
ExplanationMiddle-aged men often have the highest suicide rates.
#10
What does the acronym IS PATH WARM represent in suicide risk assessment?
A mnemonic for assessing warning signs
ExplanationIS PATH WARM aids in assessing warning signs.
#11
What percentage of individuals who die by suicide have a diagnosable mental health condition?
Approximately 50%
ExplanationAround 50% of suicides involve diagnosable mental health conditions.
#12
Which of the following is a key aspect of suicide prevention?
Promoting awareness and education
ExplanationPrevention involves promoting awareness and education.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for managing suicidal ideation?
Isolation from support networks
ExplanationIsolation is not a recommended strategy for managing suicidal thoughts.
#14
Which of the following is an effective way to intervene when someone is at risk of suicide?
Listening nonjudgmentally and offering support
ExplanationListening and offering support are effective interventions.
#15
What is the term for the psychological state in which an individual perceives that their resources to cope with stressors are outweighed by the demands of those stressors?
Crisis
ExplanationCrisis is the state where coping resources are outweighed by stressor demands.
#16
What is the term for a strategy used by individuals to cope with suicidal thoughts by replacing them with more positive and adaptive thoughts?
Cognitive restructuring
ExplanationCognitive restructuring replaces negative with positive thoughts.