Massachusetts Medical Society: Question 1

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Factors that may lead to a decrease in Suicides include. (Select one answer)

 

 

 

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Early recognition of depression.
 

 

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b.	Intervention by medical and mental health professionals.
 

 

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Decreased access to lethal means, including firearms.
 

 

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All of the above.
 

 

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Answer: d.  Each of the above instances is an important step in decreasing suicide. When discussing access to firearms with a patient, help them determine how to temporarily remove guns from the home. Ask, "Can I help you find a way to safely store a gun?" "Is there a trusted neighbor?" "Might the police be willing to hold the gun?" "Would the local firearm dealer hold the weapon?" are helpful questions to work through.

 

 

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