When describing abnormal behavior, mental health professionals do not use the term _____, which is a _____ term related to responsibility for one's actions.
A)mental illness; psychiatric
B)insane; legal
C)crazy; legal
D)psychotic; medical

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The term "insane" is a legal term related to responsibility for one's actions, and not used in professional mental health contexts. The other options are incorrect because "mental illness" and "psychotic" are both used in mental health contexts, and "crazy" is not a professional term at all.

When Describing Abnormal Behavior, Mental Health Professionals Do Not Use