The Diagnosis of Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

The diagnosis of depersonalization-derealization disorder is

• A) rare and only applied when the experience of depersonalization interferes with normal functioning.
• B) rare but applied to anyone who experiences depersonalization.
• C) fairly common since many people experience depersonalization.
• D) fairly common and applied to anyone who is frightened by an experience of depersonalization.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding contradictory beliefs or values, often leading to a change in belief or behavior to reduce discomfort.

Foot-In-The-Door

A compliance technique where a small initial request is made which is easy to agree to, followed by a larger request.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The inclination to give too much importance to individual traits and overlook the influence of circumstances when evaluating the actions of others.

Situational Attributions

The process of explaining one's own or other people's behavior as the result of external factors, such as the context or the situation.