AAS Foundations of Suicidology 2

Question 1

Which theorist introduced the concept of 'psychological pain' (psychache) as the core driver of suicide?

Accepted Answer

Edwin Shneidman

Answer

Edwin Shneidman coined the term 'psychache' to describe intolerable psychological pain as the central cause of suicide.

Question 2

In the Interpersonal Theory of Suicide, 'thwarted belongingness' refers to:

Accepted Answer

A sense of social disconnection and loneliness

Answer

Thwarted belongingness is the perception that one is socially isolated and does not belong to a meaningful group.

Question 3

The term 'suicidal crisis' is best described as:

Accepted Answer

An acute period of heightened risk requiring immediate intervention

Answer

A suicidal crisis is a time-limited, acute state of intensified risk that demands immediate clinical attention.

Question 4

Which of the following is a PROTECTIVE factor against suicide?

Accepted Answer

Strong sense of religious or moral objection to suicide

Answer

Religious or moral beliefs that discourage suicide are well-established protective factors that reduce suicidal behavior.

Question 5

According to the Integrated Motivational-Volitional (IMV) model, the 'volitional phase' concerns:

Accepted Answer

The transition from ideation to suicidal behavior

Answer

The volitional phase of the IMV model addresses factors that translate suicidal ideation into actual behavior.

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