By conceptualizing schizophrenia as "nerves" rather than as "craziness," Mexican Americans may __________.
A. see it as a curable condition, which bears less social stigma and may positively impact the person's chances of recovery
B. not take it as seriously as they should, thus decreasing the person's long-term chances of recovery
C. place themselves and the person at risk by not treating the disorder before the person becomes violent
D. stigmatize traditional males in a way that makes it more difficult for them to recover, as "nerves" is seen as a female disorder and a sign of weakness
Answer: A
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