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lb_gilbert

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Most of the pseudopatients in Rosenhan's (1973) classic study were diagnosed with schizophrenia. This diagnosis was
 
  A) Inconsistent with the symptoms presented by the pseudopatients.
  B) Given to 90 of patients admitted to that hospital.
  C) Consistent with the symptoms presented by the pseudopatients.
  D) Inconsistent with the treatment (e.g., psychopharmacology) given to the pseudopatients.

Question 2

Rosenhan (1973) concluded that in order to gain admission to a psychiatric hospital, a person has only to
 
  A) Show proof of adequate insurance.
  B) Report hearing voices.
  C) Refuse to speak to intake personnel.
  D) Request admission stating I don't feel right.



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alvinum

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B



lb_gilbert

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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