What distinguishes high from low risk on C-SSRS?

High risk includes active ideation with intent or plan, or any preparatory or suicidal behaviors. Low risk is passive ideation only without intent or plan.

Is C-SSRS validated for clinical use?

Yes, C-SSRS is FDA-recommended for clinical trials and validated across emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings worldwide.

What is the since-last-visit version?

A brief version captures only ideation and behavior changes since the previous assessment, suitable for routine monitoring visits.

Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)

Assess suicidal ideation intensity and behavior using the C-SSRS. Captures passive ideation, active ideation with or without intent, plan, and preparatory behaviors to stratify suicide risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes high from low risk on C-SSRS?

Is C-SSRS validated for clinical use?

What is the since-last-visit version?