When a mental health disorder is said to be comorbid, it is
implying that the disorder is particularly debilitating and
difficult to treat.
a. True
b. False
Lithium is a drug that has been effective in treating psychotic
disorders for it lowers dopamine
a. True
False
. A psychologist is a licensed doctor that can prescribe drugs
and has hospital admitting privileges.
a. True
False
True. Comorbidity refers to a situation where there are two or more diseases present simultaneously. The situation and treatment becomes complex and yes it implies that the disorder is particularly dibilating and difficult to treat.
True. Lithium is used for treating some psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and is an effective treatment as it reduces the dopamine neurotransmission.
False. Psychiatrists are licensed doctors who can prescribe drugs and has hospital admitting privileges. Psychologists are people who study various psychological process by experimenting and interpreting it.
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