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Since He Was a Child, Tommy Has Used Physical Violence

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Since he was a child, Tommy has used physical violence, lying, and intimidation to get his way.Now, as an adult, Tommy has been diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder.Given what is known about effective therapy for this disorder, which of the following statements best represents a knowledgeable therapist's opinion about his treatment options?


A) "Tommy, I wish someone would have intervened with you when you were younger."
B) "Tommy, given your extensive history of deviant behavior, hospitalization is your best option."
C) "Tommy, the best treatment for you currently is deep brain stimulation, which might curtail some of your impulsive and aggressive tendencies."
D) "Tommy, the most promising treatment option for you right now is heavy medication, including lithium, and perhaps an antipsychotic."

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