Lethality Assessment are generally used in situations where there is evidence of abuse, domestic violence and other crisis type situations where the end result could be death. This kind of assessment can be utilized not only in the mental health field, but by police, firefighters, and even teachers. If you were to break the word down “lethal” can be seen as anything that can cause or end in death; thus literally meaning death assessment. When encountering a client who is presenting suicidal thoughts; as the health care professional you have to be straight forward and ask “Do you plan on or have a plan to commit suicide.” One assessment tool that can be used when trying to determine the seriousness of suicide is known as a S.L.A.P; a S.L.A.P
