Judges Typically Defer to the Judgment of ________ About a Person's

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Multiple Choice

Judges typically defer to the judgment of ________ about a person's mental illness and whether the criteria for commitment are met.

• A)former patients
• B)mental health professionals
• C)family members
• D)legal counsel

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Definitions:

Political Transformation

Political transformation refers to significant changes in the nature, structure, or key policies of a government or political system, often involving reform or revolution.

Eastern European Countries

Nations located in the eastern part of Europe, often characterized by their historical ties to the Byzantine Empire, Orthodox Christianity, and, more recently, the Soviet Union.

Bosnian Serbs

An ethnic group primarily from Bosnia and Herzegovina, who are predominantly Eastern Orthodox Christians, and played a significant role in the Yugoslav Wars.

Massacred

The brutal and indiscriminate killing of a large number of people, often with the intent to terrorize or annihilate a particular group.