After completing this chapter, readers will be able to

• understand what crisis means and describe a client’s suicide or homicide situation,
• know all the major warning signs and risk factors of suicide and homicide,
• know which population is at risk for suicide,
• describe the steps and procedures they need to take in a suicide or homicide crisis situation,
• know how to assess a client’s suicide or homicide situation,
• describe the ethical and legal ramifications concerning clients with intention to harm self and others, and
• know what action to take during a crisis.