The Intersections Between the Mental Health Field and the Legal

question 94

Multiple Choice

The intersections between the mental health field and the legal and judicial systems are collectively referred to as:

• A) criminology.
• B) criminal psychology.
• C) forensic science.
• D) forensic psychology.

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Definitions:

Vasoconstriction

The constriction of blood vessels that elevates blood pressure and diminishes blood circulation to specific regions.

Thromboxane

Specific class of physiologically active fatty acid derivatives present in many tissues.

Endothelin

A potent vasoconstrictive peptide produced by vascular endothelial cells that regulates blood vessel tone and blood pressure.

Connective Tissue

Tissue that supports, connects, or separates different types of tissues and organs in the body, characterized by few cells and extensive extracellular matrix.