Enrico Has Recently Spent Time Writing Morbid Poems, Focusing on the Release

question 116

Multiple Choice

Enrico has recently spent time writing morbid poems, focusing on the release that death brings. He no longer accepts invitations to go dancing, which used to consume his free time. Enrico has expressed interest in learning to shoot a gun. What should Enrico's family and friends think about his changed behavior?

• A) Get Enrico help immediately, as he is exhibiting several warning signs of suicide.
• B) Not worry too much as Enrico is displaying the emotional behavior typical of adolescents.
• C) Not to worry, because people who talk about suicide rarely follow through.
• D) Be aware of his moods, but ignore his behavior so as not to reinforce suicidal thoughts.

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