During her intake interview, Jody's psychiatrist asks for a familial history of mental disorders, as well as for details about her childhood friends, neighborhood, and schools. The psychiatrist is gathering information related to the influence of _____ on development.
A) biology and environment
B) biology
C) environment
D) cognitive acuity and coping skills

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By gathering information about both the familial history of mental disorders and Jody's childhood environment, the psychiatrist is examining the potential influence of both biology (i.e. genetics) and environment on her development. This suggests that both factors could be relevant to understanding Jody's mental health. Option B and C alone are not enough since the influences of genetics and environment are not separated. Option D is not relevant to the information given in the scenario.

During Her Intake Interview, Jody's Psychiatrist Asks for a Familial