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ideation

[ahy-dee-ey-shuhn] / ˌaɪ diˈeɪ ʃən /




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His depression and anxiety grew worse, and he experienced suicidal ideations.

From Washington Post

In research studying people who have attempted suicide, nearly half said the time between ideation and action was less than 10 minutes.

From Seattle Times

“The CDC publicity about mental health and suicide ideation among girls has a strong case that is supported by other sources of evidence. But the generalization about violence does not have such support.”

From Washington Post

“It’s marked by joy for a generation marked by suicidal ideation,” Mr. Pierce said.

From New York Times

Both Sam and Ruth are embittered by loss and a sense of alienation, thus their shared tendencies toward self-harm — Sam with his suicidal ideations and Ruth with her relentless drinking.

From New York Times