Leonys Has a Client Who Has a History of Firesetting

question 48

Multiple Choice

Leonys has a client who has a history of firesetting. During the initial session, the client makes threatening remarks about getting revenge on the owner of a local business. If he becomes violent, which behavior is Leonys's client most likely to engage in?

• A) He's most likely to use a firearm to seek revenge.
• B) The biggest danger is that he'll set a fire.
• C) There's really no danger as the client is likely blowing smoke.
• D) Violence is violence; he's likely to seek revenge, but the method is unpredictable.
• E) None of the above.

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