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Ask about their mood, directly
Asking about suicide does not put the idea in their head.
Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)
- Watch for withdrawal, sleep changes and falling marks.
- Asking directly lowers risk.
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Primary Citation: WHO; MoE UMMEED guidelines
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming