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Deast7027

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on: Jun 22, 2018
The advantage of using outside independent observers or pre/post test comparisons to evaluate a client's progress is that
 
  a. they take less time and are less costly.
  b. they increase the objectivity of ratings over those given by the people involved in treatment.
  c. they ensure that there is no regression to the mean phenomenon.
  d. they provide a valid prediction of how the client will behave in real life.

Question 2

What are the warning signs of student suicide in college or university?
 
  What will be an ideal response?
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cswans24

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Thank you soo much

Answer to Question 2

Marked change in mood and behavior, especially withdrawal, decline in self-esteem, not taking care of personal hygiene, uncharacteristicall y impulsive behaviors, not attending classes. Many students communicate their impulses. Often the behavior is a reaction to the break-up of a romance.


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