When We Compare the Incidence of Psychological Disorders Across Countries

question 29

Multiple Choice

When we compare the incidence of psychological disorders across countries and cultures, we find that

• A)there is remarkable similarity in the rates of various disorders in different countries and cultures.
• B)all Western countries have a similar rate of common disorders, but this is not true for developing countries.
• C)developing countries have a much higher rate of psychological disorder than Western countries.
• D)there are enormous differences in the rates of various disorders in different countries and cultures.

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Definitions:

Optic Nerve

A nerve in the brain that carries information related to vision from the retina directly to the brain.

Cornea

The transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber, contributing to the eye's ability to focus.

Fovea

A tiny pit located in the macula of the retina that provides the clearest vision of detail.

Fovea

A small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest.