Some Epidemiological Studies, Using Instruments Like the Dissociative Experiences Questionnaire

question 45

Multiple Choice

Some epidemiological studies, using instruments like the Dissociative Experiences Questionnaire (DEQ) , have reported high rates of dissociative symptoms, but these studies are viewed skeptically because

• A) dissociative symptoms cannot be measured based on self-reports.
• B) the symptoms measured by the DEQ are far less dramatic than those found in dissociative disorders.
• C) there is no agreement as to what dissociative symptoms should be measured.
• D) people with real dissociative disorders are not able to complete the DEQ.

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