Josh Is 18 and Believes That Something Outside of Him

question 32

Multiple Choice

Josh is 18 and believes that something outside of him is controlling his thoughts and that he must retrace his steps four times to keep them under control.This behavior causes him to be released from his job due to tardiness.A mental health professional would say that his behavior is abnormal because it

• A)interferes with his ability to function effectively.
• B)has presented abnormally early in life.
• C)is not accepted in his culture.
• D)exposes him to ridicule.

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