Which of the Following Statements Is LEAST Accurate

question 289

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is LEAST accurate?

• A) Prevalence estimates for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder appear to be roughly comparable across diverse cultures.
• B) Prevalence estimates for most diagnostic categories appear to be quite similar across cultures.
• C) Disorders that have a strong biological component tend to exhibit greater cross-cultural similarity in prevalence.
• D) Environmental factors at work in specific cultures probably foster some disorders more readily than others.

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Definitions:

Metabolism Decreases

The process by which the body’s ability to convert food and drink into energy slows down, typically as part of aging.

Ages 20

Refers to the period of life known as early adulthood, significant for its transitions in physical, emotional, and social development.

Ages 60

Refers to individuals who are in the sixtieth year of their life or the decade of life from 60 to 69 years old, often considered the early years of old age.

Body Shape

The physical form or structure of a person, often described in terms of body composition, proportions, and appearance.