Which of the following is an example of a Short-Term EDP?

• A. Schizophrenic
• B. Drunk
• C. A heroin addict
• D. Multiple Personalities

Answer: (B)

Short-term EDP refers to someone who is acutely impaired for a brief period, such as being intoxicated or experiencing a temporary emotional upset, rather than someone with a chronic mental illness. Being drunk fits this idea because alcohol intoxication is a temporary state that can affect behavior and judgment, requiring immediate safety measures and monitoring until sober.

A schizophrenia diagnosis describes a longstanding mental health condition with persistent symptoms, not a temporary state. A heroin addict indicates ongoing substance use issues, which are typically chronic rather than just a short-term impairment. Multiple Personalities (dissociative identity disorder) is another long-standing condition with varied, enduring symptoms.