Author Question: In the United States today, the seriously mentally ill constitute: (Select all that apply.) a. ... (Read 67 times)

naturalchemist · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

In the United States today, the seriously mentally ill constitute: (Select all that apply.)

a. The neglected, the abused, and the confined
b. A large segment of jail and prison populations
c. More than half of all homeless persons
d. More than one third of the homeless population
e. The main pool of workers covered under the ADA
f. Most persons receiving medical treatment
g. Unmarried, intermittently employed, white adult males

Question 2

A patient repeatedly stated, I'm stupid. Which statement by the patient shows progress because of cognitive behavioral therapy?

a. Sometimes I do stupid things.
b. Things always go wrong for me.
c. I always fail when I try new things.
d. I'm disappointed in my lack of ability.

BUTTHOL369 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, D
These are characteristics of homeless persons in the United States.

Answer to Question 2

A
I'm stupid is a cognitive distortion. A more rational thought is Sometimes I do stupid things. The latter thinking promotes emotional self-control. The distracters reflect irrational thinking.