One Criticism of DSM-IV Is That It Incorrectly

question 30

Multiple Choice

One criticism of DSM-IV is that it incorrectly

• A) implies that only extreme disorders qualify for psychological help.
• B) recommends the same kind of treatment for all disorders.
• C) overstates the genetic basis of almost all disorders.
• D) treats certain normal reactions as if they were disorders.

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