Which of the following is a true statement regarding electroconvulsive therapy?
a) It induces a seizure that usually lasts 3 to 5 minutes.
b) The patient must be awake during the treatment in order for it to be effective.
c) It is most effective at treating schizophrenia.
d) It is a painless procedure.
ANS: D
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a. mostly Mexican Americans, as they are at a much higher risk than other groups b. a large portion of the community; the lifetime prevalence is roughly 12 percent c. twice as many women as men d. a diverse population without any other mental disorders
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a) propositional network b) threshold c) dual process d) Minerva 2
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