Which of the Following Statements About Persons Experiencing a Comorbidity

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about persons experiencing a comorbidity is accurate?

• A)Through careful questioning,it is possible to distinguish which problems are caused by which diagnosis.
• B)Drug abuse may bring about symptoms of another mental illness.
• C)The comorbid condition usually involves the diagnosis of a chronic disease and substance abuse.
• D)Persons with diagnosed personality disorders have a lower incidence of substance use disorders.

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Definitions:

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar among other physiological functions.

Stimulant

A substance that increases physiological or nervous activity in the body, often enhancing alertness and energy.

GABA

A neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits many of the activities of the central nervous system, thus playing a key role in reducing anxiety and stress.

Fatal Overdose

An excessive and lethal dose of a substance, typically drugs or medication, leading to death.