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Fred has been diagnosed with conduct disorder. A psychologist interviews several family members and finds evidence that other family members have had the same diagnosis as well as antisocial personality disorder.
 
  It is also determined that Fred has the diagnosis of ADHD. When the psychologist evaluates this case, what is he likely to view as the key to understanding this behavior?
   a) Fred probably exhibits a persistent form of conduct disorder that
   has a strong genetic link.
   b) Fred has a transient form of conduct disorder that will pass with
   time provided good parenting is provided.
   c) Fred's form of conduct disorder is probably the result of inadequate parenting and the influence of peers.
   d) Fred's background suggests there is a presence of some other
   disorders, which might reflect a psychotic process.

Question 2

A patient suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder is given a prescription for a tricyclic antidepressant. When the patient asks about possible side effects, which of the following would the physician list?
 
  a) amnesia, delusions, and dry mouth
   b) drowsiness, dry mouth, and seizures
   c) cataplexy, muscle spasm, and weight loss
   d) amnesia, depersonalization, and insomnia



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kthug

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

b




xclash

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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