When Dealing with Someone Who Has Been Hinting at Suicide

question 208

Multiple Choice

When dealing with someone who has been hinting at suicide, which of the following is NOT a good approach?

• A)Approach the person with support and acceptance, realizing that he or she probably feels misunderstood.
• B)Try to get day-by-day commitments from the person, such as meeting for lunch.
• C)If the person's mood abruptly improves, back off so that he or she is not reminded of earlier suicidal talk.
• D)Ask the person if he or she is considering suicide.

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Definitions:

Money Laundering

Falsely reporting income that has been obtained through criminal activity, such as illegal drug transactions, as income obtained through a legitimate business enterprise, to make the "dirty" money "clean."

Criminal Activity

Conduct that violates the law and is punishable by sanctions such as fines, imprisonment, or other penalties.

Legal Business

Operations and activities of organizations or individuals that are concerned with the law, including law firms, legal consultation, and court proceedings.

Cyberstalking

The use of digital technologies or the internet to harass, intimidate, or surveil someone persistently.