Asked by Hannah Butler on Feb 29, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT a problem with the DSM?
A) the danger of overdiagnosis
B) the power of diagnostic labels
C) the likelihood of ignoring symptoms that fall along a spectrum
D) the illusion of objectivity and universality
DSM
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a manual published by the American Psychiatric Association that categorizes and defines mental disorders.
Overdiagnosis
The diagnosis of a condition or disease more often than it is actually present, leading to unnecessary treatment or intervention.
Diagnostic Labels
Terms used in healthcare and psychology to classify and describe a set of symptoms that are recognized as a particular disorder or disease.
- Recognize the limitations and criticisms of the DSM and psychological testing.
Verified Answer
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Maggie NowakowskiFeb 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Ignoring symptoms that fall along a spectrum is not a problem with the DSM. It actually tries to address this issue by including specifiers for severity and dimensional assessments in some disorders. The other three options are commonly cited criticisms of the DSM.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the limitations and criticisms of the DSM and psychological testing.