Marilyn is depressed a great deal of the time and seeks help from a doctor.She is diagnosed as having a mental illness caused by a chemical imbalance.Marilyn is most likely being treated by someone who adheres to the _____ model of psychological disorders.

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The medical model of psychological disorders emphasizes a biological cause for mental illness and therefore uses a medical approach to treatment, such as medication to correct chemical imbalances. Marilyn's diagnosis and treatment suggest that her doctor adheres to this model.

Marilyn Is Depressed a Great Deal of the Time and Seeks