Suicide is attempted three times more frequently by ________ but is more often successfully completed by ________

A. Mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, are significant risk factors for suicide.
B. Marital status is not a significant predictor of suicide risk.
C. Substance abuse is strongly linked to increased suicide risk.
D. While suicide rates are highest among older adults, it's important to note that suicide affects people of all ages.
E. While women are more likely to attempt suicide, men are more likely to complete suicide.

A. During depressive episodes, individuals often experience psychomotor retardation, which can manifest as slow and sluggish movements. In contrast, the manic stage is marked by heightened energy and activity levels.
B. Feelings of extreme sadness and hopelessness are characteristic of the depressive stage of bipolar disorder. During manic episodes, individuals typically experience elevated mood, which might be euphoric, irritable, or excessively optimistic, rather than feelings of sadness or hopelessness.
C. This is a hallmark of the manic stage of bipolar disorder. During a manic episode, individuals often have significantly increased energy levels, engage in numerous activities, and may exhibit restlessness.
This heightened activity can include impulsive or risky behaviors, excessive talking, and a reduced need for sleep.
D. Loss of appetite and weight loss are more commonly seen during depressive episodes of bipolar disorder. During manic episodes, individuals might experience an increased appetite or engage in disinhibited eating behaviors, which contrasts with the decreased appetite often observed in depressive stages.