Suicidal ideation refers to:A) a deliberate act of self-destruction that does not end in death.B) thinking about suicide.C) the belief that suicide is an effective way of getting back at one's parents or peers.D) feelings of sadness or hopelessness.

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Suicidal ideation refers to:A)  a deliberate act of self-destruction that does not end in death.B)  thinking about suicide.C)  the belief that suicide is an effective way of getting back at one's parents or peers.D)  feelings of sadness or hopelessness.

Shrinivas Kulkarni · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Suicidal ideation specifically refers to the thoughts or fantasies about suicide, not necessarily the attempt or completion of it.

Suicidal ideation refers to:

A) a deliberate act of self-destruction that does not end in death.
B) thinking about suicide.
C) the belief that suicide is an effective way of getting back at one's parents or peers.
D) feelings of sadness or hopelessness.

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