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biggirl4568

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which response is appropriate when a patient's mother expresses guilt over causing my child to be schizophrenic?
 
  a. I can see how you would be upset over this turn of events.
  b. New findings suggest this disorder is biological in nature.
  c. Don't be so hard on yourself; your daughter needs you to be strong.
  d. It's difficult to see what produces stress for the child at the time it's occurring.

Question 2

Which response demonstrates both empathy and understanding of the relationship genet-ics has to the development of schizophrenia in twins?
 
  a. In fraternal twins, the chance of the other twin developing the disorder is quite small.
  b. Studies show that 50 of twins develop schizophrenia when it is present in the other twin.
  c. No one can say what will happen, so we will hope for the best for you and both of your sons.
  d. You poor woman I wish I could tell you that your other son he will be free of the disorder.


C.mcnichol98

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Many individuals in the mental health field attribute the development of schizophrenia to multiple causes centering on biological theories. The remaining options do little to provide the mother with new information.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Current research supports the correct option, whereas the remaining options are not factual and show expressed sympathy rather than empathy.


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