In a Study Described in the Text,when a Case History

question 17

Multiple Choice

In a study described in the text,when a case history of antisocial personality disorder was ascribed to a male client,therapists diagnosed it correctly.When the same behavior was ascribed to a woman,

• A) their different diagnosis proved the existence of gender bias.
• B) their different diagnosis probably reflects a belief by therapists, accurate or not, that males are more likely to display antisocial behavior.
• C) the client was more frequently labeled dependent personality disorder.
• D) all of the above

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