Edith's strange behavior has led her daughter, Anne, to consider institutionalizing her. Edith's mother and grandmother were both institutionalized in their lifetimes and Anne has already sought psychiatric help. Edith's strange behavior BEST fits the ________ model of abnormality.

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Edith's family history suggests a genetic predisposition to mental illness. The biological model emphasizes the role of genetics and brain chemistry in the development of mental illness. Therefore, Edith's strange behavior is best explained by the biological model of abnormality.

Edith's Strange Behavior Has Led Her Daughter, Anne, to Consider