Question 1

Canada's national suicide prevention strategy was adopted in:

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Question 2

Multiple suicides by groups of individuals from the same community are known as:

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Multiple suicides by groups of individuals from the same community are known as cluster suicides. Mimicry and echo suicides are not recognized terms in the field of suicide prevention. Social learning suicides may refer to the concept of suicide contagion or the tendency for suicidal behavior to be transmitted within a social network, but it is not a commonly recognized term.

Question 3

In light of the findings regarding cognitive styles in suicidal individuals, which of the following would be the best course of intervention for treating suicidality?

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Helping the client to think of a wide variety of options can broaden their perspective and reduce feelings of hopelessness, which are often associated with suicidality.

Question 4

Rates of suicide among the Innu of Labrador are reported to be 13 times higher than rates among other Canadians. Which of the following factors has been implicated in this staggering statistic?

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Loss of cultural identity has been identified as a contributing factor to the high rates of suicide among the Innu of Labrador. The Innu have experienced significant cultural disruption due to residential schools, forced relocations, and the erosion of traditional subsistence activities. These factors have led to a loss of connection to cultural practices and identity, which can have a profound impact on mental health and well-being.

Question 5

"Tuning in" refers to:

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Question 6

Identify and describe three subtypes of mood disorders that apply to both depression and bipolar disorders.

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Question 7

Compare Beck's cognitive theory of depression with the current Learned Helplessness/Hopelessness theories.

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Question 8

In prior editions of the DSM, depression and mania were in the same chapter (i.e., Mood Disorders). In DSM-5 they are in their own respective chapters (i.e., (1)Depressive Disorders and (2)Bipolar and Related Disorders). Do you think this change was a good idea? Why or why not?

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Question 9

Jack Kevorkian is best known for:

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Jack Kevorkian is known for designing and building a "suicide machine" that enabled physician-assisted suicide for terminally ill patients. He assisted in the deaths of over 100 individuals before being convicted of second-degree murder in 1999.

Question 10

If a therapy client commits suicide, a therapist:

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Therapists can be sued for malpractice if a client commits suicide. It is important for therapists to follow ethical and professional guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of their clients.

Question 11

Paul Links from Toronto is known for:

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Paul Links is known for holding the only research chair on suicide in North America.

Question 12

Paulo is a therapist working with Tim, who has just disclosed he is suicidal. What strategy will help Paulo ensure Tim does not act on him impulses?

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Helping Tim see options other than suffering is the best choice because it will redirect Tim's focus to possible solutions rather than dwelling on his suicidal thoughts. It is important for the therapist to steer the conversation towards coping mechanisms and ways to move forward. Encouraging Tim to focus on how terrible things are or suggesting that Tim act out his suicidal fantasies in session could potentially worsen his state of mind. Asking for specific details of his plan may be useful information to have for safety planning purposes, but the focus should be on providing support and alternatives to self-harm.

Question 13

The physical condition ___________ is thought to have influenced the suicides of both hockey and football players.

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Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a condition caused by repetitive brain trauma that has been linked to depression, aggression, memory loss, and suicidal behavior in athletes who have experienced repeated concussions or sub-concussive hits to the head. Hockey and football players are at higher risk for CTE due to the physical nature of their sports.

Question 14

Who has the highest suicide rate in the world?

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The Innu people of Davis Inlet have been reported to have one of the highest suicide rates in the world, significantly higher than the global average, due to a range of complex socio-economic factors and historical trauma.

Question 15

Which of the following protective factors has been shown to guard against suicide among the Inuit?

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Church attendance has been shown to be a protective factor against suicide among the Inuit. It provides a sense of community, social support, and meaning and purpose in life.

Question 16

According to Leenaars (2000), the first telephone centre in Canada for the prevention of suicide was in:

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Question 17

Suicide prevention phone lines are often staffed by:

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Suicide prevention phone lines are often staffed by community volunteers, including university students, who receive extensive training and supervision from mental health professionals. This helps to reduce the stigma around seeking help for mental health issues and provides a valuable resource for individuals who may be struggling with suicidal ideation. While psychiatric nurses and mental health professionals may also work in suicide prevention, they typically have other roles within the mental health system. Formerly suicidal patients may provide peer support, but they may not have the same level of training and supervision as professional volunteers.

Question 18

In an anonymous questionnaire, 60% of Canadian physicians surveyed indicated that they were in favour of the legalization of assisted suicide. Which of the following factors predicted a more positive view of assisted suicide?

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Physicians who treated HIV were more likely to have a positive view of assisted suicide, possibly due to their experience with terminally ill patients and end-of-life care.

Question 19

Therapists who treat suicidal patients often:

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Therapists who treat suicidal patients often have to spend more time and energy with their patients to ensure their safety and well-being. This may involve crisis intervention, creating safety plans, and constant monitoring, which can be taxing on the therapist. However, it is important for therapists to prioritize their self-care and seek support from other professionals to prevent burnout and depression. There is no evidence to suggest that therapists who treat suicidal patients are at a higher risk of committing suicide themselves or have attempted suicide in the past.

Question 20

Risk factors associated with suicide attempts amongst the Inuit include all of the following EXCEPT:

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Studies have shown that attending church or being religious may actually be a protective factor against suicide for the Inuit population, so option C is incorrect. The other options listed (A, B, and D) have all been found to be risk factors for suicide attempts in the Inuit population.

Quiz 8: Mood Disorders and Suicide