Which of the following is NOT listed as a contributor to a Crisis?

• A. Mental Health
• B. Substance misuse/abuse
• C. Financial problems
• D. Situational Stressors

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is which factors are considered direct contributors to a crisis in the ICAT de-escalation framework. In this context, crisis contributors are recognized as immediate drivers like mental health symptoms, substance misuse or withdrawal, and acute situational stressors (a sudden conflict, threat, or change). Financial problems are not listed as a direct contributor in this set, even though they can create ongoing stress and influence overall wellbeing. Because they’re treated as a broader, chronic stressor rather than an immediate crisis precipitant in this framework, financial problems is the best choice for NOT being listed as a contributor.