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ASWB Social Work Clinical

Category - Development

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Mental disorders are commonly caused by developmental processes. Experience, genetics and environmental contexts come into play. Most psychological or behavioral patterns are related to a disability or distress. In extreme cases, involuntary detention may be court ordered. What proportion of people will experience a mental disorder in their lives?

  1. 1 in 50
  2. 1 in 1000
  3. 1 in 3
  4. 1 in 100
Explanation

Answer: C - 1 in 3 people will suffer from a mental disorder at some point in their life, with 50% of those who do develop a disorder having a DSM diagnosis before age 18. Psychotherapy and psychiatric medications are the two main treatments.

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