The Number of Diagnosed Cases of Dissociative Identity Disorder Increased

question 112

Multiple Choice

The number of diagnosed cases of dissociative identity disorder increased in the 1980s and 1990s. Some researchers are concerned about this trend, stating:

• A) the disorder cannot be definitively diagnosed until the person has been in therapy for more than seven years.
• B) there are no research studies that confirm the disorder's existence.
• C) many of the cases are unintentionally produced by clinicians.
• D) this is a ploy used by criminals to try to avoid consequences for their criminal activity.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on changing negative thoughts and beliefs to improve emotional well-being and behavior.

Rational-Emotive Therapists

Professionals who apply Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), focusing on identifying irrational beliefs, challenging these beliefs, and encouraging rational thinking to promote emotional well-being.

Irrational Beliefs

Concepts or thoughts that lack logical reasoning or factual evidence, often leading to negative emotional outcomes or behaviors.

Rational-Emotive Therapy

A cognitive-behavioral approach to psychotherapy that identifies irrational beliefs to alter emotional responses and behaviors.