DSM-IV-TR Is Most Likely to Be Criticized for

question 79

Multiple Choice

DSM-IV-TR is most likely to be criticized for

• A)attempting to explain behavior by simply labeling it.
• B)classifying an excessively broad range of human behaviors as psychologically disordered.
• C)failing to base diagnoses on observable behaviors.
• D)inhibiting scientific efforts to discover the underlying causes of psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Specialized Tasks

Specific activities or duties that require particular skills or knowledge, often designated to individuals or teams with those skills.

Work Procedures

Guidelines or rules designed to outline the preferred method of accomplishing tasks efficiently and effectively within a workplace.

Paired Comparison

A method used to evaluate, rank, or choose between alternatives by comparing them directly with each other in pairs.

Ranking

Ranking is the act of ordering or classifying entities based on criteria or performance, often used for comparison or competitive purposes.