According to research by the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 18.1% of adults in the United States (40 million adults) are affected by anxiety disorders. 

• Discuss the following points:
  • Based on the research presented, do you believe affective disorders have a biological basis? Explain why you think they do, or do not.
  • Support your answers with information from the textbook and/or from personal examples you have seen.
  • Politely challenge the views of other students, prompting a discussion of both sides of the argument (pro or con regarding a biological basis).

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