Which of the Following Is/are True Regarding the Science of Diagnostic

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is/are true regarding the science of diagnostic interviewing?

• A) The current DSM diagnostic criteria are marginally more reliable and valid than the original DSM previously published criteria.
• B) If you stick closely with the DSM criteria, you have a better chance of producing a reliable diagnosis.
• C) Formal training in diagnostic procedures increases your chances of producing reliable diagnoses.
• D) All of the above are true.
• E) Only A and C are true

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