Medicalization Refers to

question 5

Multiple Choice

Medicalization refers to

• A) the process of developing new drugs to treat a given illness.
• B) treatment offered by medical doctors.
• C) the process of defining a condition or behavior as an illness.
• D) the growing number of doctors in the United States.
• E) the idea that the body is more than a mere machine or factory.

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Definitions:

Culturally Responsive

An approach in education and other sectors that recognizes the importance of including students' cultural references in all aspects of learning.

Eclectic Therapist

A therapist who utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques to best meet the needs and preferences of the client.

Biomedical Treatment

Therapies and interventions rooted in medical and biological approaches to diagnose, prevent, and treat diseases, including mental health disorders.

Deep Brain Stimulation

A neurosurgical procedure involving the implantation of a medical device called a brain pacemaker, which sends electrical impulses to specific parts of the brain.