When Clinicians Assign a Diagnosis, They Are Saying That the Pattern

question 198

Multiple Choice

When clinicians assign a diagnosis, they are saying that the pattern is basically the same as one that has been displayed by many other people. This is MOST important because it means:

• A) the clinician can better predict which treatments will be effective.
• B) the client can feel assured that he or she is not alone in having this condition.
• C) the clinician must specify a diagnosis to be paid by health insurance providers.
• D) the clinician can stop progression of the disease or disorder.

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Definitions:

Genetic Vulnerability

The predisposition of an individual to develop certain medical conditions due to their genetic makeup.

Genetic Predispositions

The inherited genetic characteristics that influence an individual's likelihood to develop certain diseases or behaviors.

High-Strung Temperament

Refers to individuals who are often tense, anxious, and may be overly sensitive or reactive to stimuli or stress.

Fear Circuits

Neural pathways in the brain involved in the detection and response to perceived threats, playing a critical role in fear responses.