Suicidal Ideation & Safety
This type of SI includes thoughts of “not wanting to be here” without a plan or intent.
What is passive suicidal ideation?
School refusal is most commonly linked to this emotional condition.
What is anxiety?
Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities is known as this symptom.
What is anhedonia?
Rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath are signs of this type of episode.
What is a panic attack?
Frequent arguing with adults is a hallmark of this disorder.
What is oppositional defiant disorder?
Removing sharps from the home is an example of this safety measure.
What is means restriction?
Youth often report stomachaches or headaches as part of this avoidance pattern.
What are somatic complaints?
Teens often exhibit depression through this mood state instead of sadness.
What is irritability?
Avoiding school, work, or social settings is known as this behavior.
What is avoidance?
Low frustration tolerance often leads to this type of outburst.
What is an emotional outburst?
A brief written plan outlining warning signs and coping strategies.
What is a safety plan?
Increased requests for these educational supports are tied to school anxiety.
What are IEPs or 504 plans?
Comparing oneself to others online often triggers this emotion.
What is jealousy or comparison distress?
Excessive worry about multiple areas of life for 6 months fits this diagnosis.
What is generalized anxiety disorder?
ODD‑like behaviors often stem from this underlying experience, not defiance.
What is trauma or chronic stress?
Emotional overwhelm often leads to this type of impulsive self‑harm behavior.
What is superficial self‑harm?
Avoidance driven by fear of judgment or embarrassment is this type of anxiety.
What is social anxiety?
Sleep disruption and low energy are examples of these types of symptoms.
What are physical symptoms of depression?
Overthinking and perfectionism are common in this subtype of anxiety.
What is perfectionism‑based anxiety?
Irritability and anger lasting 6+ months may indicate this mood‑related condition.
What is disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD)?
This term describes checking in after a crisis to ensure ongoing stability.
What is a follow‑up safety check?
Morning meltdowns at home but masking at school reflect this behavioral pattern
What is the split‑presentation pattern (masking at school, dysregulation at home)?
Persistent hopelessness lasting more than two weeks may indicate this disorder.
What is major depressive disorder?
Anxiety that causes physical symptoms is known as this mind‑body connection.
What is psychosomatic anxiety?
Difficulty regulating emotions is known as this clinical term.
What is emotional dysregulation?