Question 1

Approximately what percentage of postsecondary students who had contemplated suicide had sought counseling?

Accepted Answer

According to research, approximately 20 percent of postsecondary students who had contemplated suicide had sought counseling.

Question 2

Which one of the following is considered to be the single best predictor of suicide attempts and completions?

Accepted Answer

Previous history of suicide attempts is considered to be the single best predictor of future attempts and completions. It is a strong indicator of underlying mental health issues and increased risk. Having a predetermined plan or access to means, such as over-the-counter medicines, also increase risk, but previous attempts hold the highest predictive value. The death of a loved one can be a trigger for suicidal ideation, but it is not necessarily an indicator of future attempts or completions.

Question 3

All of the following are warning signs of suicide, except:

Accepted Answer

Social support is not a warning sign of suicide; in fact, having a strong support system can reduce the risk of suicide. The other choices are warning signs: interpersonal problems, negative thinking, and increased substance abuse can all be indicators that someone may be at risk for suicide.

Question 4

Which of the following is a common reason why older people commit suicide?

Accepted Answer

The loss of a spouse or loved one can lead to feelings of loneliness, grief, and despair, which are significant risk factors for suicide among older adults.

Question 5

Yuri, an older adult, has had a debilitating illness for several years. Her friend, Barbie, has had a history of psychological problems. Who is at a higher risk of attempting suicide?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that older adults with chronic illness are at an increased risk of suicide, but individuals with a history of psychological problems, such as Barbie, are also at a higher risk. Therefore, Barbie is at a higher risk of attempting suicide than Yuri.

Question 6

All of the following are risk factors for adolescent suicide, except:

Accepted Answer

While depression, hopelessness, and insecure parental relationships are all risk factors for adolescent suicide, socioeconomic status is not consistently found to be a significant risk factor. However, this does not mean that poverty or financial stress cannot contribute to an adolescent's risk of suicide.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that while boys are more likely to die by suicide, girls are more likely to attempt suicide. This may be due to differences in the methods used, as boys tend to use more lethal methods such as firearms, whereas girls tend to use less lethal methods such as overdosing on medication.

Question 8

Which of the following likely accounts for the differences in suicide rates in different countries?

Accepted Answer

Suicide rates in different countries are likely influenced by cultural and religious factors, such as attitudes towards mental health, stigma surrounding suicide, and beliefs about the afterlife. Political and economic factors may also play a role, but are less closely tied to suicide rates. Family dynamics and social pressures and cognitive and behavioural differences may impact individual risk factors for suicide, but are less likely to differ significantly across countries.

Question 9

Among university students, suicide is most common in which of the following groups?

Accepted Answer

Students who have a history of psychopathology are at the highest risk of suicide. Research shows that individuals with a history of mental illness, such as depression or anxiety, are more vulnerable to suicidal ideation and behavior. Therefore, this group needs extra attention and support from mental health services.

Question 10

Alexander is a 20-year-old male who lives in the former Soviet Union. Which of the following is true according to the text?

Accepted Answer

According to the text, the suicide rate in the former Soviet Union, where Alexander lives, is one of the highest in the world, indicating that he is more likely to commit suicide than a person from Europe or Canada. The text does not provide information about the suicide rate in Latin America, so we cannot assume that Alexander is less likely to commit suicide than a person from there.

Question 11

Which of the following university students is most likely to consider suicide?

Accepted Answer

Students with a history of major depression are at higher risk for suicide. Factors such as stress, academic pressure, and social isolation can exacerbate their depression and increase their risk for suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

Question 12

Which of the following people is at the greatest risk for suicide?

Accepted Answer

Elderly males have a higher risk for suicide compared to any other age and gender group in Canada.

Question 13

All of the following are warning signs of suicide in children and adolescents, except:

Accepted Answer

Inflated self-concept is not typically a warning sign of suicide in children and adolescents. Instead, it may be a sign of other issues such as narcissism or a personality disorder. However, appetite problems, withdrawal, and giving away possessions are all common warning signs of suicide in this age group.

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that older people are more likely to die by suicide than younger people, and are also more likely to be serious in their attempts. This suggests that older people may be more intent on dying when attempting suicide. Additionally, studies have found that older adults report lower levels of ambivalence about suicide compared to younger adults.

Question 15

According to the text, which place has the lowest rates of suicide?

Accepted Answer

Latin America is indicated as having the lowest rates of suicide compared to the other options listed.

Question 16

Who of the following individuals would be most likely to complete a suicide in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Aboriginal Canadians are at a higher risk for suicide compared to other populations in Canada due to a range of social, economic, and historical factors including intergenerational trauma and the impacts of residential schools.

Question 17

Which of the following is true regarding older people and suicide attempts?

Accepted Answer

Older people who attempt suicide often do so with a clear intention of dying, as they tend to use more lethal means and are more decisive in their actions compared to younger individuals.

Question 18

Yuri, an older adult, has a history of bipolar disorder with psychotic features. Her friend, Barbie, recently moved from the neighbourhood into assisted living. Who is at a higher risk of attempting suicide?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with a history of bipolar disorder with psychotic features are at higher risk of attempting suicide compared to the general population. While age is also a factor in suicide risk, as older adults have an increased risk, the presence of a psychiatric disorder is a stronger predictor. Therefore, Yuri is at a higher risk of attempting suicide than Barbie.

Question 19

Why are older adults likely motivated to attempt suicide?

Accepted Answer

Older adults are often motivated to attempt suicide due to a genuine desire to end their life, often influenced by factors such as depression, chronic illness, or feelings of hopelessness.

Question 20

Which of the following would be the greatest risk factor for a suicide attempt by an elderly person?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 10: Neurodevelopmental and Neurocognitive Disorders

Approximately what percentage of postsecondary students who had contemplated suicide had sought counseling?

Which one of the following is considered to be the single best predictor of suicide attempts and completions?

All of the following are warning signs of suicide, except:

Which of the following is a common reason why older people commit suicide?

Yuri, an older adult, has had a debilitating illness for several years. Her friend, Barbie, has had a history of psychological problems. Who is at a higher risk of attempting suicide?

All of the following are risk factors for adolescent suicide, except:

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following likely accounts for the differences in suicide rates in different countries?

Among university students, suicide is most common in which of the following groups?

Alexander is a 20-year-old male who lives in the former Soviet Union. Which of the following is true according to the text?

Which of the following university students is most likely to consider suicide?

Which of the following people is at the greatest risk for suicide?

All of the following are warning signs of suicide in children and adolescents, except:

Which of the following statements is true?

According to the text, which place has the lowest rates of suicide?

Who of the following individuals would be most likely to complete a suicide in Canada?

Which of the following is true regarding older people and suicide attempts?

Yuri, an older adult, has a history of bipolar disorder with psychotic features. Her friend, Barbie, recently moved from the neighbourhood into assisted living. Who is at a higher risk of attempting suicide?

Why are older adults likely motivated to attempt suicide?

Which of the following would be the greatest risk factor for a suicide attempt by an elderly person?