What are some mentalistic interpretations of the causes of Helens psychotic talk?
A) She has a distorted perception of reality based on her inner conflicts.
B) Her talk is being reinforced by attention.
C) She feels she must express her troubles to someone else to get free.
D) She gets beaten up by other patients.
E) Her problems are symptoms of deep-rooted psychic disorders.

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A, C, and E are mentalistic interpretations because they attribute Helen's psychotic talk to internal psychological states or conflicts, such as distorted perceptions of reality (A), a need to express troubles (C), and deep-rooted psychic disorders (E).

What Are Some Mentalistic Interpretations of the Causes of Helens