Some clues of suicidal intent are direct, and some are indirect. Which of the following is an indirect clue?
A) A person loading a pistol and saying he knows how to use it on himself
B) A student giving away his treasured collection of CDs
C) An employee saying, "If I don't get the promotion, I'll kill myself."
D) A teenager storing up depressant drugs and scheduling a time to take them

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Giving away possessions, such as a treasured collection of CDs, can be an indirect clue of suicidal intent, as it may indicate the person is putting their affairs in order or saying goodbye, rather than a direct verbal or behavioral threat or plan to commit suicide.

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