Which of the Following Is NOT a Critique of the DSM5

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a critique of the DSM5?

• A) Concern that the changed definitions of Autism would result in fewer children qualifying for treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders .
• B) Critics argue that according to DSM-5 criteria, "normal" reactions to grief, stress, and other life problems would become pathological and treatable through medication.
• C) More people will be sent to the library to read the DSM5 instead of receiving treatment.
• D) Some critics believe the pharmaceutical industry was too involved in the changes to the DSM in order to increase profits.

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Definitions:

Norm Referencing

A method of scoring in which test scores are compared to a group of other scores called the norm group.

Norm Group

A reference population used to establish benchmarks or standards for comparing and interpreting the scores of individual test-takers.

Adolescents

Individuals in the transitional stage of human development that occurs between childhood and adulthood, typically between the ages of 10 and 19.

Adults

Individuals who have reached the age of maturity as defined by legal, social, or cultural standards, typically gaining responsibilities and rights associated with adulthood.