While collecting data on the prevalence of bullying in high school students, Dr. Rapp interviewed many students who had been victims of bullying. One student, Bruce, stated during the interview that he has been considering suicide. Based on research on adolescent judgment, what course of action would most adolescents recommend to Dr. Rapp in this situation?
a. He should make another appointment with Bruce for the following week.
b. He should include the interview in his study to further understanding of bullying.
c. He should break confidentiality and report the suicidal threat.
d. He should use his best judgment to determine whether Bruce is serious or not.
C
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