Author Question: The model/theory that integrates the effects of biology and environment, or nature and nurture, on ... (Read 95 times)

big1devin · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The model/theory that integrates the effects of biology and environment, or nature and nurture, on the development of mental illness is the:

1. Community mental health model
2. Holistic model
3. Systems theory
4. Diathesis-stress model

Question 2

A significant problem related to the deinstitutionalizat ion of the mentally ill is:

1. Insufficient community mental health services
2. An increase in independent living settings with excessive supervision
3. Mentally ill clients of all ages were admitted to nursing homes
4. Increased cost of care

Dnite · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Certain genes or genetic combinations produce a predisposition to a disorder. When an environ-mental stressor challenges an individual with a predisposition to a disorder, the expression of a mental disorder may result.

Answer to Question 2

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Families were not prepared for treatment responsibilities. There were no education and support programs for families. Staff in nursing homes lacked skills to treat people with mental disorders, and clients had little or no supervision in independent settings.