Sherolyn is in fourth grade and has been having trouble sitting still and remaining focused on her schoolwork. Her teacher speaks with her parents about this and suggests that they see a clinician for an assessment. What is one problem with the DSM system that would make her parents reluctant to send her for an assessment?
A. The diagnosis would become a label that would stick with Sherolyn.
B. The diagnosis would not provide information on current functioning.
C. The diagnosis would not provide enough information for treatment.
D. The diagnosis would be a temporary measure that would not identify maladaptive behaviors.
Answer: A
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