One of the Myths About Mental Illness Is That Mentally

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Multiple Choice

One of the myths about mental illness is that mentally ill individuals are dangerous. What does research show about this myth?

• A)The number of cases of violence tends to be higher in people with severe mental illness and substance problems.
• B)Most people with a mental illness are never violent; they tend to be victims of violent acts.
• C)There is no association between schizophrenia and violent acts.
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Milgram's Study

A series of social psychology experiments conducted by Stanley Milgram, which measured the willingness of study participants to obey an authority figure who instructed them to perform acts conflicting with their personal conscience.

Authority Figure

An individual who holds power or influence in a particular context, often due to their position, expertise, or reputation.

Group Standard

The norms or expectations that a group holds for the behavior, attitudes, and appearance of its members.

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms, policies, or societal expectations.