Data Suggest That Punishments Using Physical Violence and Verbal Abuse

question 15

Multiple Choice

Data suggest that punishments using physical violence and verbal abuse are _______.
In fact, they tend to ________ delinquency.

• A) not effective; increase
• B) effective; decrease
• C) not effective; decrease
• D) effective; increase

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Definitions:

Antisocial Personality Disorder

Antisocial Personality Disorder is characterized by a long-term pattern of disregard for, or violation of, the rights of others.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

This condition features a consistent focus on maintaining order, striving for perfection, and exercising control, often sacrificing adaptability, receptiveness, and productivity in the process.

DSM-III-R

The third edition, revised, of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a publication by the American Psychiatric Association outlining mental health diagnoses and criteria.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A chronic mental health issue characterized by an ongoing pattern of failing to respect or breaching the rights of other people.