?Components of the Psychiatric History Patient identification Personal details Source, mode and reason for referral Presenting complaint History of presenting complaint Past psychiatric history Past medical history Family history Personal history Social history Drug & Alcohol history Forensic history Premorbid personality Systems Review Childhood Occupational Psycho-sexual How should the interview be started? “What brings you to see me today? Can you tell me what has been troubling you? How is it that you decided to make this appointment? How is suicidal intent assessed? How badly have you been feeling? Have you thought of hurting yourself? Have you wanted to die? Have you thought of killing yourself? Have you tried? How, when, and what led up to your attempt? If you have not tried, what led you to hold back? Do you feel safe to go home? What arrangements can be made to increase your safety and to decrease your risk of acting on suicidal feelings?