A Group of Diagnostic Clinicians Can't Agree with Each Other

question 184

Multiple Choice

A group of diagnostic clinicians can't agree with each other on appropriate personality disorder diagnoses for several clients. In fact, it is obvious that, in many cases, they have inaccurately made their diagnoses. Assuming they are competent clinicians, this situation would indicate the DSM-5 categories for personality disorder are:

• A) both reliable and valid.
• B) neither reliable nor valid.
• C) reliable, but not valid.
• D) not reliable, but valid.

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Definitions:

Deindividuation

A psychological state where an individual lacks self-awareness and feels less responsible for their actions, often due to being part of a group.

Social Dominance Theory

A theory proposing that societies maintain their hierarchy through the creation of systems that promote discrimination and inequality.

Social Identity Theory

A psychological theory that examines the individual’s sense of who they are based on their group memberships.

Terror Management Theory

A psychological concept suggesting that fear of death motivates individuals to adhere to cultural beliefs and values, providing a sense of immortality through symbolic or literal means.