Imagine that it is 1885. Patrick complains of "shattered nerves." He is lacking in energy and shows low mood. Physicians specializing in mental conditions (alienists) would likely view Patrick as __________.

A. a morally deficient individual
B. suffering from neurasthenia
C. suffering from hysteria
D. untreatable, because the condition is biological

Answer: B

Psychology

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a. id. c. reality principle. b. superego. d. ego.

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If you lapse, the first thing you should do to avoid relapse is to:

a. practice coping in your imagination. b. provide immediate positive reinforcement. c. practice the abstinence violation effect. d. start making self-observations.

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