When people are said to be insane, this means that:
a. psychologists have compared their behaviors to characteristics of individuals with disorders and found a strong correlation.
b. a psychiatrist has determined that they are suffering from one of the psychological disorders, as described in the DSM.
c. a legal determination has been made that they are unaware of the consequences of their actions and unable to control their behavior.
d. a diagnosis of schizophrenia has been made either by a psychologist or by a psychiatrist specializing in the treatment of the insane.
C
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