Why Is the Categorical Approach to Classification Problematic in the DSM

question 21

Multiple Choice

Why is the categorical approach to classification problematic in the DSM?

• A)Even if a person has all the symptoms of a disorder,they will not necessarily be diagnosed with a mental disorder.
• B)There may not be enough categories to cover every disorder.
• C)Too many people are classified as having a mental disorder.
• D)Some people may have difficulties,but would not be diagnosed as disordered.
• E)Not all people diagnosed with the same disorder behave the same way.

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