Columbia Suicide Severity Scale (C-SSRS)
Neurology & Psychiatry specialty tool
Bedside Tool Interface Configuration
Screener representing standard questions of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale.
Algorithm Checklist Parameters:
- 1. Wish to be Dead (within last month)?
- 2. Active Suicidal Ideation without method or plan?
- 3. Active Suicidal Ideation with method but no plan?
- 4. Active Suicidal Ideation with intent (but no clinical detail)?
- 5. Ideation with Plan and Intent to carry out?
- 6. Suicidal Behavior/preparatory acts (saved medications, acquired weapon)?
Primary Clinical Application:
Triage suicide risk in settings of primary care, emergency rooms, and inpatient psychiatric wards.