Why must psychologists be especially cautious when assessing the need for involuntary civil commitment?

A. The presence of mental illness is difficult to ascertain.
B. There is a high risk of suicide following the evaluations.
C. Civil commitment involves the loss of many freedoms.
D. Most patients are represented by overzealous attorneys.


C. Civil commitment involves the loss of many freedoms.

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