Mrs. R, the mother of a young schizophrenic patient, seeks you out and begins to cry. She expresses concern over her daughter's behavior. Your best response to this woman is:
A) "What is it that concerns you the most, Mrs. R."
B) "Well, you know, that is part of the illness."
C) "Here is a book on schizophrenia. This will help you."
D) "Are you afraid your daughter will always be like this?"
A
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