Biological variation, an important cultural consideration, may account for which of the following differences in Asians when compared to Caucasians?

a. require smaller doses of neuroleptics
b. require higher doses of pain medication
c. are more often misdiagnosed as psychotic
d. more rapidly metabolize medications


A
Research by Andrews and Boyle (2008) suggests that Asians require smaller doses of neuroleptics. This may be due in part to a slower metabolism and the low-protein, high-carbohydrate diet of Asians in comparison to European Americans.

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