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Describe Some of the Common Diagnostic Errors That May Occur

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Describe some of the common diagnostic errors that may occur during assessment and diagnosing. Explain why and when these may occur.


Definitions:

Medical Model

A framework in healthcare that views psychological disorders as similar to physical diseases, focusing on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention based on biological factors.

Biologically Based

Referring to attributes or behaviors that are rooted in the genetic makeup and biology of an organism.

DSM

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a comprehensive classification of officially recognized psychiatric disorders, used by professionals for diagnosis.

Psychological Disorders

Refers to mental disorders characterized by dysfunctional patterns of behavior, thoughts, or emotions, significantly impacting daily life and functioning.

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