Asked by Andrea Rodriguez on Apr 28, 2024
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A participant at a community education conference asks, "What is the most prevalent type of mental disorder in the United States?" Select the nurse's best response.
A) "Why do you ask?"
B) "Schizophrenia"
C) "Affective disorders"
D) "Anxiety disorders"
Prevalent
Commonly occurring or widely accepted in a particular time or place.
Mental Disorder
A broad range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, often impacting daily functioning and well-being.
- Identify the most prevalent mental disorders and their diagnostic criteria.
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Jewel PerryMay 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The prevalence for schizophrenia is 1.1% per year. The prevalence of all affective disorders (e.g., depression, dysthymic disorder, bipolar) is 9.5%. The prevalence of anxiety disorders is 13.3%.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the most prevalent mental disorders and their diagnostic criteria.