Be sure to remember these myths in addition to [[Risk Assessment Questions for a Beginner Therapist]]. Myth: People who have suicidal thoughts won't tell anyone - Most people who have suicidal thoughts will not ultimately take their lives, it is also true that most people who died by suicide have communicated their intent to someone in the weeks and months before they died Myth: Talking about suicide will make things worse - Asking about suicidal thoughts can often reduce the sufferer's anxiety Myth: Suicidal clients will be distressed - Suicidal clients may appear to be calm and detached if they have already decided, don't expect them to be miserable all the time