Psychiatrist Thomas Szacz argues that there is no such thing as mental illness,but that
A)some situations are just crazy.
B)there are only people's reactions to what they perceive as unusual behavior.
C)there are psychiatric disorders that are not considered illnesses.
D)some people like the attention of the stigma of mental illness.

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Szasz argues that mental illness is a concept that has been created by society, and that there is no biological basis for it. He believes that what is called mental illness is actually just the result of people's reactions to what they perceive as unusual behavior or thoughts. Therefore, the best choice is B.

Psychiatrist Thomas Szacz Argues That There Is No Such Thing