Risk-Rescue Scale

The Risk-Rescue Scale is a tool used to assess the severity of a person's suicidal crisis by evaluating the danger they pose to themselves and the likelihood of rescue or intervention. It considers factors like the intent to harm, the immediacy of the risk, and the availability of help. Higher scores indicate greater danger with less chance of rescue, emphasizing the need for urgent intervention. This scale helps mental health professionals make informed decisions about the level of care and support a person may require to prevent harm.