Briefly describe what you should do if you suspect someone is contemplating suicide

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: 1) Talk to the person, listen without judging, and talk specifically about suicide. 2) Take charge of finding help for that person. For immediate help, contact a suicide hotline. 3) Evaluate the situation to determine if the person has made plans, and if he/she has, do not leave that person alone. 4) Make the environment safe by removing all potential weapons and other hazards. 5) Get a promise or commitment, preferably in writing, from the person that they will not attempt suicide until you have talked further. 6) Remember that a change to a better mood does not necessarily mean the crisis has passed.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Layla has difficulty recognizing spoken words, sometimes experiences memory problems, and occasionally has difficulty controlling her emotions. Which part of the brain is probably experiencing a problem that leads to this combination of symptoms?

a) the prefrontal cortex b) the anterior parietal lobe c) the right occipital lobe d) the left temporal lobe

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In Rosenhan's study, some of the individuals who went into hospitals

a. were released home in about three days. b. were labeled as "normal" while in the hospital. c. interacted with hospital staff for many hours per day. d. were ignored by the hospital staff. e. B and C are correct.

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