Which of the Following Statements Is False Concerning Violence by Mentally

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false concerning violence by mentally ill women?

• A) Clinicians underestimate violence by mentally ill women
• B) Mentally ill women are less likely to commit violent acts towards others compared to mentally ill men
• C) Victims of mentally ill women's violent acts are most likely to be family members
• D) Mentally ill men commit more violent acts against strangers than do mentally ill women

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Definitions:

Insight

A deep understanding of a person or situation, often resulting in a clear and sudden discovery or realization.

Catharsis

The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions, often facilitated by sharing experiences in a therapeutic setting.

Insight

The capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of a person or thing.

Self-critical

The tendency of an individual to evaluate oneself negatively, focusing on one's flaws and shortcomings.