1-17Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning Classification Systems

question 86

Multiple Choice

1-17.Which of the following statements is true concerning classification systems for mental disorders?

• A)It is far more important that they be reliable than it is for them to be valid.
• B)Classification systems make it more difficult to gather statistics on the incidence and prevalence of disorders.
• C)Classification systems meet the needs of medical insurance companies who need diagnoses in order to authorize payment of claims.
• D)Although they assist scientists who are researching disorders,they always inhibit our ability to communicate about abnormal behavior in a consistent way.

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Definitions:

Skepticism

An attitude of doubting the truth of something, such as a claim or statement.

Curiosity

A strong desire to learn or know something, drawing individuals towards novel and challenging experiences or information.

Empirical Approach

A method of inquiry that emphasizes evidence gathered through observation and experimentation rather than theory alone.

Critical Thinking

Critical thinking is the analytical thinking that aims to evaluate arguments and claims critically, identifying logical connections and distinctions.