Suicide Prevention Flashcards
What is suicude
The act of intentionally taking ones own life
What Is alienation ?
Feeling isolated and separated from everyone else
What are some suicide risk factors?
A history of physical and sexual abuse
A history of previous suicide attempts
A family history if emotional disorders or suicides
What are some direct statements that someone wants to commit suicide will say
Direct statements like “I want to die” , “I wish I were dead or I don’t want to live anymore
What are some indirect statements that a suicidal person will say
I won’t have to put up with this much longer , I wish I were dead , I don’t want to live anymore
What are some non-verbal behavioral signs that someone might be suicidal
An unusual obsession with death
Intolerance or praise for rewards
Persistent boredom and indifference
How could a friend help someone who might be suicidal
Initiate a meaningful convo
Show support and ask questions
Try to persuade the person to seek help.
What are cluster suicides ?
A series of suicides occurring within a Short period if time and involving several people in the same school or communities .
What is a psychiatrist ?
A physician who specializes in diagnosing an treating mental disorders and can prescribe medications
What is a neurologist
A physician who specializes in organic disorders of the brain and nervous system
What is a clinical psychologist
A professional who diagnoses and treats emotional and behavioral disorders by mean of counseling but cannot prescribe medications
What is A Counselor
A professional who works to help people with personal and educational matters
What is a psychiatric social worker
A professional who provides guidance and treatment for clients with emotional problems usually in the setting of a mental hospital, health clinic , or family service agency
What is a school psychologist ?
A professional who specializes in the assessment I learning emotional an behavioral problems of school children
What is psychotherapy
An ongoing dialogue between a patient and a mental health professional
Why is behavioral therapy ?
A treatment process that focuses on changing unwanted behaviors through rewards an reinforcements
What is cognitive therapy
Designed to identify and correct distorted thinking patterns that can lead to feelings and behaviors that may be troublesome , self defeating , or self destructive
What is group therapy
Treating a group of people who have similar problems and who meet regularly with a trained counselor
