As discussed in the text, suicide typically starts with some discrepancy between ____.
A) expectations (or other standards) and reality
B) one's past experiences and one's current circumstances
C) one's current circumstances and the circumstances of close others
D) one's emotional intelligence and the quality of one's relationships

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The text states that suicide "begins with a discrepancy between expectations (or other standards) and reality." This implies that there is a mismatch between what someone wants or expects and what they are actually experiencing in their life. This can lead to a sense of hopelessness and despair, ultimately contributing to thoughts of suicide.

As Discussed in the Text, Suicide Typically Starts with Some