Demographic | Findings on History | Examination Findings | Protective |
---|---|---|---|
Male gender White Single/not married Age Homosexual/bisexual orientation Unemployed | History of present illness Presence of suicidal behavior, suicidality, and/or efforts made to avoid intervention Presence of ambivalence/regret for surviving suicide attempt Termination gestures (e.g., updated will, suicide note) Identified precipitating events Reluctant to accept help Difficulty coping Access to weapons Past psychiatric history Presence of mental illness History of personality disorders Previous suicide attempts Poor treatment compliance Substance history Comorbid substance abuse Past medical history Comorbid medical illness/pain Terminal illness Family history Family history of suicide Social history History of abuse Positive beliefs about death (as per religion) Poor social support | Severe anxiety Agitation/restlessness Altered mental status Impulsivity Pervasive insomnia Intense affective state or apathy Impaired concentration Rumination Hopelessness/lack of future orientation Psychotic symptoms | Responsibilities including to family, children, pets, and/or work Life satisfaction Religion Past evidence of demonstrating strong coping skills and problem solving Presence of therapeutic alliance with providers Compliance with treatment plan |

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