Hopelessness — Hopelessness is the belief or feeling that improvement, relief, or a meaningful future is no longer possible. Depression can make this conclusion feel rational even when it reflects a distorted view produced by illness and trauma. Severe or escalating hopelessness requires direct safety assessment because it is associated with suicide risk and withdrawal from care. — Safety and Depression
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