Which of the Following Statements Is Least Accurate

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is least accurate?

• A) African-Americans require greater mental health care than other ethnic groups.
• B) Mexican-Americans are less likely than whites to receive mental health treatment.
• C) The majority of African-Americans receiving mental health treatment report receiving less than adequate care.
• D) Psychiatrists spend more time with white patients than with African-American patients.

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Definitions:

Mood Swings

Rapid and often unpredictable changes in one's mood, ranging from periods of euphoria to periods of depression.

Severe Depression

A psychiatric disorder identified by lasting feelings of despondency or a lack of enjoyment in hobbies, seriously affecting normal life.

Manic Episodes

Periods of abnormally elevated mood and high energy, often characteristic of bipolar disorder.

Negative Symptoms

Features primarily associated with schizophrenia and similar disorders, characterized by a lack or decrease in normal functions, such as motivation, emotional expression, or social engagement.