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Suicidality in the field of psychology refers to a spectrum of thoughts, behaviors, and intentions related to suicide. It encompasses a range of experiences, from fleeting thoughts of self-harm to detailed suicide plans. Suicidality is a complex and critical issue, and understanding it is crucial for mental health professionals, friends, and family members to provide appropriate support and intervention.
Suicide refers to intentional self-killing. This may be done directly, or as a result of neglecting to look after oneself.
Suicide cluster is when two (2) or more suicides or attempted suicides non-randomly occur closely together in space or time.
Suicide contagion refers to a phenomenon in which the suicide of a well-known person is linked to the acceptance of suicide by people who closely identify with that individual.
Suicide hot lines refer to organizations in which suicide crisis intervention is done over the phone.
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