When Completing a Suicide Risk Assessment,the Psychologist Ought to Focus

question 9

Multiple Choice

When completing a suicide risk assessment,the psychologist ought to focus their questions upon the

• A)client's history of suicidal behaviour and current suicidal thoughts.
• B)degree to which the client has concrete plans to commit suicide.
• C)client's access to the means to carry out suicide.
• D)all of the above.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies employed by the unconscious mind to manipulate, deny, or distort reality in order to defend against feelings of anxiety and unacceptable impulses.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual behaves in a way opposite to their actual feelings or impulses, often to hide those feelings from themselves and others.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies unconsciously used to protect oneself from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Hostility

Feelings of anger, aggression, or opposition towards others; it can manifest as aggressive behavior or attitudes.