When a Classification System Is Polythetic, What Does This Mean

question 17

Multiple Choice

When a classification system is polythetic, what does this mean?

• A) that it is constructed in a manner that is consistent with ethical codes.
• B) that an individual can receive a diagnosis even if their behaviour meets criteria for only a subset of possible symptoms.
• C) that it makes it possible to diagnose comorbid conditions.
• D) that it is questionably ethical.
• E) that it was influenced strongly by political and ethical considerations.

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Definitions:

Chronic Use

The long-term and repeated use of substances or engagement in behaviors, often leading to dependency or adverse effects on health and well-being.

Memory Deficits

Impairments or reductions in the ability to remember or recall information, which can be temporary or permanent, affecting short-term or long-term memory.

Reduced Fertility

A condition characterized by a decreased ability to conceive or produce offspring after trying for a certain period.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest in activities, and can significantly impair daily functioning.