Which of the following is a limitation of the medical model on mental illness?

a. It does not consider the possibility that mental disorders can result from biochemical imbalances or genetic traits.
b. It can lead to a disregard for the many factors in the social environment that contribute to mental problems themselves.
c. It considers the basic nature of mental disorders to be different from that of physical disorders.
d. It disregards the possibility of external factors or internal dysfunction causing mental illness and makes individuals more accountable for their choices.


Answer: b

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