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Discuss research studies on the relationship between mental illness and dangerousness. Describe symptoms that correlate with an increased risk of violence among the mentally ill.

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The relationship between mental illness and dangerousness is examined and validated by research. Symptoms that correlate with an increased risk of violence among the mentally ill are also listed.

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According to an article published by SAMHSA (2009) data collected from a longitudinal study between 1950 and 1996 found that most Americans believe that individuals diagnosed with mental illness are dangerous to themselves and others. This is a significant factor in the development of discrimination against individuals with mental illness. This leads to a public stigma and individuals who do not have a mental illness do not ...

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