In the Rosenhan investigation of "pseudopatients" admitted to mental hospitals, the pseudopatients, observing interaction between staff and patients, felt that the atmosphere in the hospital produced a sense of __________.

A. powerlessness and depersonalization
B. politeness and cordiality
C. brutality and degradation
D. coldness and efficiency


Answer: A

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