Jess is giving a class presentation on suicide. Which of the following is a point you are likely to hear her make?
a. As depression lifts, the risk of suicide may increase rather than decrease.
b. One must be careful when talking with a depressed person about suicide because you might make her more likely to take her own life.
c. People who talk about committing suicide are just looking for attention.
d. There is seldom any warning given by those who commit suicide.
Answer: a. As depression lifts, the risk of suicide may increase rather than decrease.
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