Which of the Following Characterizes the Biomedical Approach to Psychological

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characterizes the biomedical approach to psychological treatment?

• A)It began in the early twenty-first century.
• B)It began in the mid-twentieth century.
• C)It has replaced psychodynamic and CBT approaches.
• D)It has become so expensive that only the very rich can afford it.

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Definitions:

Clinician Bias

The preconceived notions and judgments that a healthcare provider might unconsciously hold towards a patient, potentially influencing diagnostic or treatment decisions.

DSM Revisions

Changes and updates made to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to diagnose mental disorders.

Diagnostic Criteria

A set of standardized guidelines used to identify and classify diseases or disorders.

Family History

The health and medical histories of relatives, which can indicate an individual's risk for certain genetic or hereditary conditions.