Which of the Following Is an Accurate Criticism of Evidence

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate criticism of evidence supporting premenstrual syndrome (PMS) ?

• A)Most of the evidence depends on objective retrospective reports of moods and symptoms.
• B)When treated for PMS, women essentially report physical symptoms rather than psychological ones.
• C)The average ratings of depressive symptoms reported by women experiencing PMS is clinically significant and warrants intervention.
• D)In actuality, women report far fewer symptoms for themselves than they think the average woman experiences.

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Definitions:

Trait Approach

A perspective in psychology that focuses on the identification and measurement of specific personality traits to understand individual differences.

Personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character and influence behaviors, thoughts, and emotions.

Personological Approach

A psychological framework focusing on the study of an individual's personality as a whole, considering the complex interplay of traits, behaviors, and motivational factors.

Personality

The unique combination of emotional, attitudinal, and behavioral response patterns of an individual.