Which of the following are not considered a suicide risk?

  1. Single and over 65
  2. A long history of depression
  3. Having an alcohol or drug abuse diagnosis
  4. Female over the age of twenty one
Explanation

Answer: D - A female over the age of twenty one would be considered the one in four at risk for suicide if there is no predicating factor that might indicate a suicide risk. However, as alcohol is a depressive, all clients' suicide risk should be assessed. Sustaining from heavy or moderate alcohol or drug abuse, especially cocaine, should be considered a grief issue that might exacerbate depression. Assessments such as Suicide Assessment Checklist, the Suicide Intent Scale and the SAD Persons Scale can be used to access that possibility of suicide.

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