Many psychological problems stem from situations that are not under an individual's control. This fact counters the myth that ____

a. mental illness is incurable
b. mental patients are usually dangerous
c. most mental disorders are caused by inherited biological defects
d. mental illness is caused by weak personal willpower


Answer: d. mental illness is caused by weak personal willpower

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