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pane00

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DSM-5 uses the descriptive approach to classify abnormal behavior because experts do not know what causes mental disorders and because it
 
  a. helps diagnose the underlying cause of a mental disorder.
  b. is easier to understand.
  c. helps professionals to agree about the presence or absence of an emotional problem.
  d. categorizes behavior with a known mental disorder.

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How did Jean Charcot treat patients with hysteria?
 
  a. Medication
  b. Hypnosis
  c. Electric shock therapy
  d. Therapy sessions


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blakcmamba

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

Answer: c.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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