By Conceptualizing Schizophrenia as "Nerves" Rather Than as "Craziness," Mexican

question 261

Multiple Choice

By conceptualizing schizophrenia as "nerves" rather than as "craziness," Mexican Americans may ______.

• A) see it as a curable condition, which bears less social stigma and may positively impact on the person's chances of recovery
• B) not take it as seriously as they should, thus decreasing schizophrenics' long-term chances of recovery
• C) place themselves and the person at risk by not treating schizophrenic persons before they become violent
• D) stigmatize traditional males in a way that makes it more difficult for them to recover, as "nerves" is seen as a female disorder and a sign of weakness

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