Crystal has had several episodes of severe depression, but for the past week, she has been euphoric and hyperactive and she hasn't slept for the past 4 nights. Her family is concerned, and they have brought her to a mental health clinic for treatment. If the doctor who sees Crystal prescribes medication to reduce her current symptoms, the medication that will most likely be prescribed is:
a. fluoxetine
b. lithium carbonate
c. benzodiazepines
d. chlorpromazine
B
Psychology
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A) a self-fulfilling prophecy. B) obedience. C) the fundamental attribution error. D) cognitive dissonance.
Psychology
Roger has a vacant stare. He answers questions in an apathetic, monotonous voice, and shows no emotion, even when discussing events such as his mother's death. Roger's affect would be described as
a) depressed. b) inappropriate. c) blasé. d) flat.
Psychology