Imagine a hypothetical situation in which a teenage child has begun to exhibit the first symptoms of schizophrenia. Based on prospective studies of schizophrenia, parents should
a. arrange for the transfer of the child to a suitable foster home.
b. increase the child's allowance and reduce the child's family workload.
c. institute a "family meeting" program in which parent grievances with the child can be raised.
d. reduce their criticism, hostility, and intrusiveness toward the child.
Answer: d. reduce their criticism, hostility, and intrusiveness toward the child.
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