Which of the Following Is NOT True of Depersonalization Disorder

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of depersonalization disorder?

• A) People with this disorder often describe themselves as feeling like a robot that is able to respond to those nearby but without feeling connected to their actions.
• B) It is characterized by a feeling of detachment from oneself or one's surroundings.
• C) It typically is not associated with depression or anxiety; indeed, patients often display an indifference to their symptoms (la belle indifference).
• D) It is highly related to a history of trauma, particularly emotional abuse.
• E) A diagnosis of this disorder is usually made in adolescence and tends to be chronic in course.

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Definitions:

Consistent Measurement

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Reliability

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Self-Report Measure

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Personalities

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