Which of the Following Conclusions Can Be Drawn from Rosenhan's

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from Rosenhan's study that used "pseudopatients"?

• A)Most behaviour patterns are basically the same in people being diagnosed as abnormal.
• B)The validity of diagnostic categories in DSM-III-R is very suspect in distinguishing between normal and abnormal persons.
• C)Once one has been diagnosed as abnormal, subsequent behaviour gets interpreted in a manner consistent with the diagnosis.
• D)Distinguishing between schizophrenic subtypes is almost impossible.

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Definitions:

Sullivan's Interpersonal Personality Theory

A theory proposed by Harry Stack Sullivan that emphasizes the role of interpersonal relationships and social experiences in shaping personality development.

Close Relationships

Interpersonal relationships characterized by strong, deep, or close association or acquaintance, which can include emotional bonds, such as friendships, family, and romantic partnerships.

Jung's Concept

Refers to the key ideas proposed by Carl Jung, including the collective unconscious, archetypes, the persona, and the process of individuation toward achieving self-realization.

Self-Realization

The fulfillment of one's potential or the realization of one's true self, often considered the ultimate goal in various psychological and philosophical traditions.