Misdiagnosis Occurs in Two Forms

question 45

Multiple Choice

Misdiagnosis occurs in two forms. One form consists of identifying problems when none exist, which is __________; the other form consists of failing to identify existing problems, which is __________.

• A) cognitive bias . . . . emotional overgeneralization
• B) reformulation . . . . regression toward the mean
• C) overdiagnosis . . . . underdiagnosis
• D) underformulation . . . . relevance biases

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Definitions:

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in regulating stress responses, attention, and arousal states within the body.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including mood regulation, appetite, and sleep, with imbalances associated with several mental health disorders.

Brain Stimulation

Therapeutic procedures that use electrical impulses or magnetic fields to stimulate brain activity, used to treat various neurological and psychiatric conditions.

Severe Depression

A major mental health condition marked by intense feelings of sadness, worthlessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities, significantly impairing daily functioning.