Suicide Myths And Truths

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Suicide is not a major problem in Canada.
- True
- False

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The following quiz is about the following myths and truths about suicide.

2.

People who talk about suicide rarely actually commit suicide.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

People who commit suicide often give a clue or warning of their intentions

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3.

The suicidal person wants to die and there is nothing anyone can do, including the physician; they will eventually do it.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

People usually don't want to die - they want instead to end their horrible emotional suffering.

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4.

If you ask a person directly, "Do you feel like killing yourself?" this will lead to a suicide attempt.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Asking a person directly about suicidal intent will often relieve the anxiety surrounding the feeling and act as a deterrent to the suicidal behavior

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5.

Suicide is more common among the rich.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Suicide affects the rich, the poor and the middle class equally

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6.

The problem with suicide is that people thinking of it usually keep their feelings to themselves and there are no clear warning signs
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Even the most severely depressed person has ambivalent feelings about suicide. Most suicidal people do not want death; they want the pain to stop.

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Youth who are comtemplating suicide often feel worthless, alone, unloved, and they may actually believe they are a burden on their parents.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

The statement is true because youth who are contemplating suicide often experience feelings of worthlessness, loneliness, and a lack of love and support. These negative emotions can lead them to believe that they are a burden on their parents, further exacerbating their distress and increasing the risk of suicidal thoughts and actions. It is important to recognize and address these feelings in order to provide appropriate support and intervention for at-risk youth.

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Suicide Myths And Truths

Suicide is not a major problem in Canada.

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People who talk about suicide rarely actually commit suicide.

The suicidal person wants to die and there is nothing anyone can do, including the physician; they will eventually do it.

If you ask a person directly, "Do you feel like killing yourself?" this will lead to a suicide attempt.

Suicide is more common among the rich.

The problem with suicide is that people thinking of it usually keep their feelings to themselves and there are no clear warning signs

Youth who are comtemplating suicide often feel worthless, alone, unloved, and they may actually believe they are a burden on their parents.