Which of the following students provides the most accurate information about using pharmacotherapy to treat psychological disorders?
a. Ruby: "The side effects of these medications are so serious that they should be given only if absolutely necessary.".
b. Stanislov: "When treating people for severe depression, physicians prescribe antidepressants four times as often for female clients as for male clients.".
c. Soltan: "Physicians who prescribe pharmacotherapy for a client should also encourage the client to get psychotherapy.".
d. Lana: "Unfortunately, the data on pharmacotherapy show that it is seldom effective for psychological problems.".
C
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