Wakefield Suggested Major Shortcomings of the ECA and NCS

question 28

Multiple Choice

Wakefield suggested major shortcomings of the ECA and NCS. Which of the following represents one of these shortcomings?

• A) The ECA is based on a different version of the DSM than the NCS.
• B) The ECA is useful only for children and the NCS only for adults.
• C) The ECA and NCS are not always reliable with one another.
• D) The ECA indicates a much higher prevalence than does the NCS.

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