The Primary Characteristic of Psychotic Behavior Is

question 88

Multiple Choice

The primary characteristic of psychotic behavior is

• A)being dangerous to oneself or others.
• B)subjective discomfort.
• C)an inability to take care of oneself.
• D)a loss of contact with shared views of reality.

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Definitions:

Due Process Standards

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Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act

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Roe v. Wade

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