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In the past, people with mental disorders were less likely than those without mental disorders to commit violent or dangerous acts. Why do we think that is?

A) Many more were hospitalized in the past than are now.
B) The newer antipsychotic drugs do not control violence as well as older drugs did.
C) Fewer people with mental disorders are living in the community now than in the past.
D) Those with less severe mental disorders are showing an increase in violence these days.

Antipsychotic Drugs

Drugs that help correct grossly confused or distorted thinking.

Mental Disorders

Health conditions characterized by significant changes in thinking, emotion, or behavior, associated with distress and impaired functioning.

Hospitalized

The act of admitting an individual to a hospital for treatment, observation, or other medical care.

  • Analyze how mental illnesses correlate with violent or criminal activities.
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