Which of the Following Statements About Suicide and Older Canadians

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about suicide and older Canadians is TRUE?

• A) Older Canadian women are around 6 times more likely to commit suicide than older Canadian men.
• B) Suicide attempts are more common among young Canadians but attempts by older Canadians are more successful.
• C) Older Canadian women are more likely to attempt drug overdose than any other group.
• D) Older Canadian men are around 5 times more likely to commit suicide than older Canadian women.
• E) Older Canadians are less likely than younger Canadians to commit suicide.

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Definitions:

Fuzzy Boundaries

Indistinct or blurred lines that make it difficult to clearly distinguish or separate entities.

Autonomous

Operating independently or having the freedom to govern itself or control its own affairs.

Sociocultural Component

An aspect of identity or human behavior that is influenced by societal and cultural factors.

Help-Seeking Behaviour

Actions taken by individuals to seek assistance, information, or advice to solve personal problems or deal with emotional distress.