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AIR FORCE GUIDE FOR SUICIDE RISK ASSESSMENT, APPENDICES MANAGEMENT, AND AIR FORCE GUIDE FOR TREATMENT SUICIDE RISK ASSESSMENT, MANAGEMENT, AND TREATMENT APPENDICESAPPENDICES June 27, 2014 1Revision

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How to fill out suicide risk assessment

1. Start by gathering necessary information about the patient, such as their personal details, medical history, and any relevant background information.
2. Use a standardized suicide risk assessment tool, such as the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS). This tool helps in evaluating the severity of suicide risk.
3. Ask the patient a series of structured questions related to suicidal thoughts, intent, plan, access to lethal means, and history of suicidal behaviors.
4. Assess the patient's current mental state and evaluate any signs of depression, hopelessness, or other psychiatric symptoms that may contribute to suicide risk.
5. Consider the patient's social support system and assess the availability of friends, family, or professionals who can provide help and support.
6. Document all assessment findings accurately and ensure confidentiality of the information.
7. Based on the risk assessment, determine the level of suicide risk (low, moderate, high) and develop an appropriate safety plan.
8. Discuss the findings with the patient and involve them in developing the safety plan, including identification of warning signs, coping strategies, and emergency contacts.
9. Ensure appropriate follow-up care and referral to mental health services or specialists, if necessary.
10. Regularly reassess the patient's suicide risk and monitor their progress throughout the treatment process.

Who needs suicide risk assessment?

1. Individuals who have expressed suicidal thoughts or ideation.
2. Patients with a history of suicide attempts or self-harm behaviors.
3. Individuals diagnosed with a mental illness, such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, or borderline personality disorder.
4. People experiencing significant life stressors, such as relationship problems, loss, financial difficulties, or legal issues.
5. High-risk populations, including veterans, LGBTQ+ youth, and individuals with a history of substance abuse.
6. Patients transitioning from a psychiatric hospitalization or leaving a residential treatment program.
7. Individuals with a family history of suicide or a recent suicide in their social circle.
8. Healthcare professionals who suspect their patients may be at risk for suicide.

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What is suicide risk assessment?

Suicide risk assessment is a process of evaluating an individual's risk factors for suicide to determine the level of risk and appropriate interventions.

Who is required to file suicide risk assessment?

Healthcare professionals such as mental health providers, psychologists, and psychiatrists are required to conduct and file suicide risk assessments for their patients.

How to fill out suicide risk assessment?

Suicide risk assessments are typically filled out by asking the individual questions about their mental health, history of suicidal ideation or attempts, current stressors, and support systems.

What is the purpose of suicide risk assessment?

The purpose of suicide risk assessment is to identify individuals at risk of suicide, provide appropriate interventions, and prevent suicides.

What information must be reported on suicide risk assessment?

Information such as the individual's mental health history, current suicidal ideation or plans, risk factors for suicide, and protective factors must be reported on a suicide risk assessment.