Michael was recently diagnosed by his psychiatrist with bipolar disorder. He rep
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Question
Michael was recently diagnosed by his psychiatrist with bipolar disorder. He reports that his mother was diagnosed in her teenage years with bipolar disorder. He also indicates that his maternal grandfather was never officially diagnosed, but he often referred to himself as “being manic depressive.” Michael states that he does not think he needs counseling, because he feels that medication will eliminate his symptoms. Michael’s position supports which causal viewpoint?
A. Psychological
B. Biological
C. Sociocultural
D. All of the above
Explanation / Answer
The correct answer is Option B. Micheal’s position with respect to his illness supports the biological causal viewpoint.