What Are Two Problems Related to Estimating Rates of Disorders

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Essay

What are two problems related to estimating rates of disorders in childhood? How might researchers guard against these potential problems?

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Definitions:

Tight-knit Groups

Social groups characterized by close relationships among members, shared values, and often a sense of unity and loyalty.

Same-gender Relationships

Romantic, sexual, or emotional attractions and relationships between individuals of the same gender, encompassing both identity and behavior.

Cognitive Miser

A theory suggesting that humans, aiming to reduce mental effort, rely on simple and cost-efficient strategies rather than on more sophisticated and effortful processing.

Extra Thinking

A cognitive process that involves going beyond the initial information given, by incorporating additional insights or considerations.