An adolescent diagnosed with an impulse control disorder said, "I just want to die. I spend all my time getting even with people who have done wrong to me." When asked about a suicide plan, the adolescent replied, "I'll jump from the bridge near my home
My father threw kittens off that bridge, and they died because they couldn't swim." Rate the suicide risk.
a. Absent
b. Low
c. Moderate
d. High
ANS: D
The suicide risk is high. The child is experiencing feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. The method described is lethal, and the means to carry out the plan are available.
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