Question 1

Which statement about gender and suicide is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Women are more likely to report having suicidal thoughts compared to men. However, men are more likely to die by suicide due to using more lethal means. This distinction between suicidal ideation and suicide completion rates is a well-documented phenomenon in mental health research.

Question 2

In order for a behavior to be categorized as nonsuicidal self-injury,there must be:

Accepted Answer

Nonsuicidal self-injury involves the deliberate destruction of body tissue without intent to die. This distinguishes it from suicidal behavior, where the intention is to end one's life.

B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not fulfill the criteria for nonsuicidal self-injury. Intent to die is a hallmark of suicidal behavior, motivation based on attention is not a requirement for self-injury, and the presence of a mood disorder is not necessary for self-injury to occur.

Question 3

Thinking about suicide before the age of 10 is:

Accepted Answer

Thinking about suicide before the age of 10 is virtually nonexistent.

Question 4

Approximately what percentage of U.S.adults have reported seriously considering suicide at some point in their lives?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 15% of U.S. adults have reported seriously considering suicide at some point in their lives, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness and support systems.

Question 5

Worldwide,men account for _____% of all suicides.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization, globally men account for approximately 80% of all suicides. This may be due to a combination of factors such as gender norms and societal expectations, as well as men being less likely to seek help for mental health issues.

Question 6

Suicide takes the lives of more than _____ times the number of people as does homicide.

Accepted Answer

Suicide rates are significantly higher than homicide rates globally. According to the World Health Organization and various national statistics, the number of suicides often exceeds the number of homicides, with more than twice as many people dying by suicide compared to homicide.

Question 7

Approximately what proportion of people who think about suicide go on to make a suicide attempt?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Approximately what proportion of people who think...

Question 8

The distinction between nonfatal suicide attempts and nonsuicidal self-injury is based on:

Accepted Answer

The distinction between nonfatal suicide attempts and nonsuicidal self-injury is based on intent. In nonfatal suicide attempts, the intent is to end one's own life, while in nonsuicidal self-injury, the intent is to harm oneself without the intention of ending one's life. The other options (A, B, D) are not accurate differentiators between the two behaviors.

Question 9

The brains of people with antisocial personality disorder often exhibit _____ activity in the _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The brains of people with antisocial personality...

Question 10

More than _____% of all people who attempt suicide have a mental disorder.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization, more than 90% of all people who attempt suicide have a mental disorder. This includes disorders like depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. It is important to recognize the link between mental health and suicide risk and to seek help if you or someone you know is struggling.

Question 11

Suicide is the _____ leading cause of death in the United States.

Accepted Answer

Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Question 12

Which demographic is LEAST likely to commit suicide?

Accepted Answer

According to CDC data, black females have the lowest suicide rate among all races and genders in the United States.

Question 13

Approximately what percentage of U.S.adults have made a suicide attempt?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Approximately what percentage of U.S.adults have made...

Question 14

White people account for approximately _____% of all suicides.

Accepted Answer

The answer of White people account for approximately _____% of...

Question 15

Howard likes to seek out lonely rich older women,seduce them,rob them of all their retirement savings,and then disappear to the next town.He feels no remorse for his actions.Howard probably has which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Howard's behavior of deceiving and taking advantage of older women without remorse or guilt is characteristic of individuals with antisocial personality disorder, who often have a disregard for social norms and the rights of others. Narcissistic and histrionic personality disorders involve self-centered and attention-seeking behaviors, respectively, which do not fit Howard's behavior. Avoidant personality disorder involves social inhibition and feelings of inadequacy, which are not applicable to Howard's actions.

Question 16

Which statement about nonsuicidal self-injury is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Nonsuicidal self-injury is equally common among males and females, although the methods and motivations may differ between genders.

Question 17

Interviews with people who attempted suicide reveal that the MOST common reason for attempting suicide is:

Accepted Answer

According to research and interviews with those who have attempted suicide, the most common reason is to escape from something intolerable. This can include emotional pain, stress, trauma, or other challenges that feel overwhelming and impossible to cope with. Financial difficulty, revenge, and attention-seeking behaviors may also contribute to suicidal thoughts and behaviors, but they are not as commonly reported as the desire to escape from intolerable circumstances.

Question 18

Suicide is the _____ leading cause of death in the United States among persons aged 15 to 24.

Accepted Answer

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among individuals aged 15 to 24 in the United States, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness and support for young people.

Question 19

Which demographic is MOST likely to commit suicide?

Accepted Answer

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), white males accounted for 69.67% of all suicide deaths in 2018.

Question 20

On the surface,Charlie seems glib and charming.In reality,he is ruthless,cold-hearted,and manipulative.Society would term Charlie a _____ but the DSM diagnosis is _____ personality disorder.

Accepted Answer

Charlie's characteristics align with what society often terms a sociopath, but the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) diagnosis for such traits is antisocial personality disorder.

Quiz 15: Psychological Disorders-Part A