What Do Statistics Say About the Relationship Between Dangerousness and Mental

question 61

Multiple Choice

What do statistics say about the relationship between dangerousness and mental illness?

• A) Statistics point to a moderately increased rate of violence among people with mental illness.
• B) Statistics suggest that there is an overwhelming increase in the rate of violence among people with mental illness.
• C) Statistics suggest that there is a significant increase in the rate of violence among those with mental illness and that the violent acts are more severe.
• D) Statistics overwhelming prove that there is no evidence to suggest that a higher rate of violence exists among people with mental illness.

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Definitions:

Psychological Distress

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