Ignacio calls a telephone hot line because he is thinking of harming himself. The telephone counselor asks him if he is married, if he has ever harmed himself before, and the stressors he faces. Why are these questions being asked?

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The counselor is assessing Ignacio's lethality by understanding his current mental state, history of self-harm, and stressors that might contribute to his risk of harming himself. This information helps in determining the level of risk and the necessary interventions.

Ignacio Calls a Telephone Hot Line Because He Is Thinking