Which disorder is the predominant diagnosis of individuals found incompetent to stand trial?

A. narcolepsy
B. schizophrenia
C. depression
D. psychopathy


B. schizophrenia

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According to the text, the primary responsibility of the government of any country is to ______.

a. build and fund a strong standing army b. establish a police force with the authority to use discretion when conducting arrests c. protect its citizens from those who would harm them d. write legislation dictating what is and what is not lawful behavior

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The concept of __________ refers to the fact that human lives are typically embedded in social relationships with family and friends

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Research suggests that the type of strain that increases the likelihood of reoffending is ______.

a. conjugal visits b. suicide ideation c. negative relationships d. authoritarian correctional officers

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Describe the ethical issues related to conducting research with children and prisoners.

What will be an ideal response?

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