Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Extent to Which

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the extent to which people with mental disorders are involved in criminal offending?

• A) The majority of non-violent crime in society is committed by individuals with a mental disorder.
• B) The majority of the violent crime in society is committed by individuals with a mental disorder.
• C) The majority of non-violent and violent crime in society is committed by individuals with a mental disorder.
• D) The majority of individuals with a mental disorder engage in criminal violence.
• E) People with mental disorders are no more likely to offend, but are more likely to be arrested, convicted, and imprisoned than others who engage in similar behaviour.

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