All of the Following Are Explanations for the Increased Prevalence

question 80

Multiple Choice

All of the following are explanations for the increased prevalence of DID EXCEPT

• A) increased public awareness of DID.
• B) the increased incidence of sexual abuse.
• C) changes in the diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia.
• D) therapists may be actively looking for DID.

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Definitions:

Peer Groups

Sets of individuals of approximately the same age, social status, and interests who interact with each other.

Self-Socialization

Involves choosing socialization influences from the wide variety of mass media offerings.

Jeffrey Jensen Arnett

A psychologist known for his theory on emerging adulthood, a stage of development between adolescence and full-fledged adulthood.

Socialization Influences

The various ways through which individuals learn and internalize societal norms, values, and roles, including family, education, media, and peer groups.