Question

which risk factors are associated with adolescent suicide? select all that apply. one, some, or all responses may be correct.
victim of family violence
limited or strained family finances
member of a single - parent household
dependence on alcohol, drugs, or both
uncertainty related to sexual orientation
repeated demonstration of poor impulse control

Explanation:

• Victim of family violence: Exposure to family violence can lead to psychological trauma, feelings of hopelessness, and a sense of being trapped, all of which increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescents.
• Dependence on alcohol, drugs, or both: Substance use can impair judgment, exacerbate mental health issues (such as depression or anxiety which are linked to suicide risk), and reduce an adolescent's ability to cope with stressors in a healthy way.
• Uncertainty related to sexual orientation: Adolescents struggling with sexual orientation uncertainty may face social stigma, rejection (either real or perceived), and internal conflict. This can lead to isolation, depression, and a higher risk of suicidal ideation.
• Repeated demonstration of poor impulse control: Poor impulse control can lead adolescents to act on suicidal thoughts more quickly without considering the consequences. It may also be associated with underlying mental health conditions (like certain personality disorders or impulse - control disorders) that increase suicide risk.

Limited or strained family finances and being a member of a single - parent household are not directly and consistently linked to adolescent suicide risk compared to the other factors. While financial stress and family structure changes can be challenging, they are not as strongly associated with the psychological and behavioral pathways that lead to suicide as the other identified risk factors.

Answer:

Victim of family violence, Dependence on alcohol, drugs, or both, Uncertainty related to sexual orientation, Repeated demonstration of poor impulse control.