Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Validity of Psychological

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the validity of psychological and medical tests is accurate?

• A)Psychological tests are less accurate than medical tests in detecting conditions.
• B)Medical tests are less accurate than psychological tests in detecting conditions.
• C)Medical and psychological tests are inaccurate in detecting conditions.
• D)Psychological tests are as good or better than medical tests in detecting conditions.

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Definitions:

Counterconditioning

A behavioral therapy technique that involves pairing a stimulus that elicits an unwanted response with a new, desired response.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique designed to gradually reduce fear, anxiety, or phobia by gradually exposing the person to the feared object or context in a controlled manner.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique aimed at reducing phobic reactions and anxiety by gradually exposing the person to the feared object or context in a controlled manner.

Relaxation Exercises

Techniques designed to reduce stress and anxiety, promote relaxation, and improve overall mental and physical well-being, such as deep breathing, meditation, and progressive muscle relaxation.