Hideki has been diagnosed with schizotypal personality disorder and has begun psychotherapy. Since he is willing to undergo a combined treatment approach, the result
a. is excellent since most patients seeking treatment eventually are symptom free.
b. may be a reduction in symptoms or postponement of schizophrenia
c. is excellent only if he is willing to take medication.
d. is poor since most patients go on to develop schizophrenia.
b
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What will be an ideal response?
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operating? a. ?cognitive appraisal and predictability b. ?control and predictability c. ?control and social support d. ?cognitive appraisal and social support
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a. true b. false
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a. children who are from families who had parents who were professionals b. children from affluent families c. children who attend preschool d. children from low-income families