preventing and responding to suicide

Question 1

A genetic concept that takes into consideration the complexity, heterogeneity, and multigenetic disorders that make up psychiatric illnesses.

Answer 1

endophenotype

Question 2

On the verge of death.

Answer 2

moribund

Question 3

Factors that can assist the individual to feel hopeful and worthy enough to begin problem solving; factors that reduce risk for physical or mental illness.

Answer 3

protective measures

Question 4

An evidence-based intervention that empowers the patient who is at risk for suicide to develop and utilize resources to assist in reducing the level of hopelessness, isolation, and suicidal drive.

Answer 4

safety planning intervention

Question 5

Thoughts about committing suicide.

Answer 5

suicidal ideation

Question 6

Death as a result of self-inflicted injury accompanied by the intent to die as a result of that injury.

Answer 6

suicide