Scale of Suicidal Ideation (SSI)

The SSI is a clinician-administered tool used to assess the severity of suicidal ideation. It helps in identifying individuals at risk of suicide and guiding interventions.

Overview

The SSI is used to assess the severity of suicidal ideation.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

19

TIME TO COMPLETE

15-20

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-2 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity of suicidal ideation.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High inter-rater reliability (Kappa = 0.87)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating SSI scores with clinical assessments of suicidal ideation.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Administered by a clinician.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor suicidal ideation.

Research and References
Beck, A. T., & Steer, R. A. (1991). Manual for the Scale for Suicidal Ideation. Psychological Corporation.

Related Assessments

C-SSRS,

PHQ-9

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Scale of Suicidal Ideation (SSI) FAQS

What is the SSI used for?

The SSI is used to assess the severity of suicidal ideation.

How is the SSI scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-2 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the SSI?

It is typically administered by clinicians.

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