Which one of the following statements best explains why people with dissociative identity disorder are sometimes misdiagnosed as having schizophrenia?

A. People who experienced chronic abuse in childhood develop coping mechanisms that result in a complete breakdown of personality.
B. Self-injurious behavior and suicidal thoughts are characteristic of both disorders.
C. People who report different identities may sound as if they are reporting delusions or auditory hallucinations.
D. Disorganized speech and behavior are characteristic of both disorders.


Answer: C

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