What is important for a potential mental health professional to know about patients who have a substance use disorder and a depressive disorder?
a. depression can result from the consequences of addiction
b. clients with a depressive disorder prefer central nervous system stimulants
c. clients with a depressive disorder will usually avoid alcohol due to its depressive effects
d. anti-depressant medication should only be prescribed if other interventions don’t work
a. depression can result from the consequences of addiction
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tasks that tap formal operational thought? A) They are more liked by teachers, and thus, are better encouraged to do well in academic tasks. B) They are more likely to be pushed by parents to succeed, and try harder out of fear of failure. C) They are more likely to be naturally curious, explore their environments, and can better regulate emotions when challenged. D) Because they are generally happy and likable, experimenters may give them better scores on this task then they deserve.
Select the statement below that is TRUE of bulimia nervosa
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