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Someone says to you, "Homeless people scare me. They're all crazy." Based on research, what is the BEST response?

A) "It's true that most homeless people experience a serious psychotic disorder."
B) "That's a big myth. Virtually no homeless people are truly schizophrenic."
C) "Unfortunately, about a quarter of homeless people have schizophrenia."
D) "You should be scared. Mentally ill homeless people are usually violent."

Homeless People

Individuals who lack stable, safe, and adequate housing, which includes those who sleep on the streets, in shelters, or in temporary accommodations.

Psychotic Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by an impaired relationship with reality, often including delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking.

Schizophrenia

A complex psychiatric disorder that affects a person's ability to think, feel, and behave clearly, often characterized by delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking.

  • Realize the challenges and barriers to effective treatment and support for individuals with severe psychological disorders, including schizophrenia.
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