If Times Have Changed and There Is Good Reason Not

question 24

True/False

If times have changed and there is good reason not to follow a prior decision of a higher court, a lower court may choose not to follow the precedent of a higher court in the jurisdiction.

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Definitions:

Symptom-Based Subtypes

Classification of disorders or conditions based on the specific symptoms presented rather than the underlying causes.

Reliability

The extent to which an assessment tool or measurement procedure yields consistent and stable results over time.

Validity

The extent to which a concept, conclusion, or measurement is well-founded and likely corresponds accurately to the real world.

Positive Symptoms

In the context of psychiatric conditions, refers to symptoms that add abnormal experiences, such as hallucinations or delusions, particularly in schizophrenia.