Which of the Following Statements Is True of Mental Health

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of mental health care in the justice system?

• A) Many of these treatment programs focus on male inmates.
• B) The female inmate population has declined considerably in the past decade.
• C) Female inmates are less likely than male inmates to be suffering from depression or anxiety.
• D) Male inmates are more likely than female inmates to have a history of sexual and physical abuse.

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Definitions:

Situational Attributions

The process of attributing a person's behavior to external or situational factors, as opposed to their character or personality.

Dispositional Attributions

The tendency to attribute someone’s behavior to their internal characteristics or personality traits rather than to external situational factors.

Admirable Actions

Behaviors or deeds that are commendable and deserving of respect or admiration due to their moral, ethical, or noble nature.

Shameful Actions

Behaviors that one perceives as morally wrong or dishonorable, often leading to feelings of shame.