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chandani

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Which of the following is a major impediment to successfully treating schizophrenia?
 
  a. The difficulty of diagnosing schizophrenia in the earliest stages delays the onset of treatment.
  b. The currently available antipsychotic medications are not particularly effective.
  c. For treatment to be effective, it requires lengthy hospitalizations.
  d. Most families resist having a family member diagnosed with schizophrenia.

Question 2

The life experience of those aged 65 is very much like that of those aged 85 and older.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

A
The difficulty of diagnosing schizophrenia in the earliest stages delays the onset of treatment. Client symptoms may be ignored and labeled as eccentric behavior. In addition, there are numerous myths regarding schizophrenia that must be addressed through educational programs.

Answer to Question 2

F



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