Dissociative identity disorder is controversial because __________.
A. the disorder is so rare that many wonder if it is actually real
B. society views individuals with dissociative identity as violent, so many want these individuals institutionalized
C. psychologists know that dissociative identity disorder is real, but society does not believe it
D. individuals with the disorder are dangerous to society
Answer: A
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