One Major Problem with Early Versions of the DSM Was

question 72

Multiple Choice

One major problem with early versions of the DSM was that most DSM categories were purely descriptive.A second major problem was that ____.

• A)validity and reliability were problematic
• B)the criteria in each category were difficult to understand
• C)it was based on a psychological model of illness
• D)it attempted to include too much research

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Definitions:

Hairs

Filamentous biomaterials growing from the dermis of mammals, serving various functions including temperature regulation and sensation.

Placenta

An organ in mammals that develops during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to the fetus while removing waste products.

Fetal Membranes

The membranes that surround the developing fetus in the womb, including the amnion, chorion, and others, providing protection, nourishment, and waste removal.

Maternal Tissue

The tissue derived from the mother, particularly significant in plants and animals for providing nutrients to the offspring or embryo.