Which of these is a major criticism of DSM?
a. DSM requires use of difficult and expensive laboratory tests
b. DSM applies only to relatively minor psychiatric problems.
c. If we rely on DSM, very few people qualify as having any psychological disorder.
d. Establishing a diagnosis does not identify the best treatment.
d
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It is believed that the societal emphasis on thinness as being attractive ____
a. may contribute to the increasing incidence of eating disorders b. has not been supported as a cause of eating disorders c. is a sufficient explanation of eating disorders d. is only mildly related to eating disorders
The social influence model grew out of a 1976 paper describing a successful prevention approach aimed at
A. marijuana use. B. binge drinking. C. early sexual involvement. D. cigarette smoking.
Which one of the following is likely to occur when test takers lack the necessary skills (such as reading) to take the test, do not wish to be evaluated, or lack the attention span necessary to complete the task?
a. Random responding b. Social desirability c. Acquiescence d. Withdrawal
Based on what you have learned in this chapter, how would you redesign the course material to make it easier to remember? Give at least two examples of ways to improve the memory-making process, and explain how each applies to the material in this class.
What will be an ideal response?