Which of the Following Is Not an Explanation for the Difficulty

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an explanation for the difficulty in determining the teratogenic effects of illicit drug use?

• A) Women who abuse drugs rarely maintain the use of a single drug during pregnancy.
• B) Poor nutrition and lower socioeconomic status often accompany drug use.
• C) The incidence of drug abuse during pregnancy has hit an unprecedented low,making research in this area of study difficult to conduct.
• D) Drug-abusing mothers are less likely to receive proper prenatal care.

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Definitions:

Millon

Refers to Theodore Millon, a psychologist known for his work on personality disorders and the development of various psychological assessments.

Clinical Personality Pattern Scales

Psychological tools used to assess and categorize different personality patterns for clinical purposes.

Neuroticism Scales

Psychological measurement tools used to assess the personality trait of neuroticism, indicating the level of emotional instability and tendency towards anxiety.

BDI-II

Beck Depression Inventory-II, a widely used instrument for detecting depression.