Criticism That Important Decisions About the DSM-5 Were Shrouded in Secrecy

question 262

Multiple Choice

Criticism that important decisions about the DSM-5 were shrouded in secrecy, failed to incorporate input from many leading researchers and scholars, and lacked supported by an adequate body of empirical research are criticisms that focus on the DSM-5's ___________ .

• A) process of validation
• B) process of development
• C) process of revision
• D) process of approval

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Definitions:

Credibility

The quality of being trusted and believed in, often associated with accuracy and reliability.

Skepticism

An attitude of questioning or doubting the validity or authenticity of something supposed to be factual.

Illogical

Lacking sense or clear, sound reasoning; not following the principles of logic.

Inaccurate

Refers to something that is not correct or precise.