Fiona's family is concerned that their 12-year-old continues to have trouble relating to other children and adults, is somewhat withdrawn, and has difficulty expressing emotions. Fiona is referred to a therapist who shows her 10 cards with inkblots. He asks her to tell him a story about the image she sees on each card. On half of the cards, she sees a monster attacking a young girl. What can this test best tell the therapist about Fiona's mental health?
A. It provides insight into how Fiona consciously thinks about herself and her environment.
B. It can conclusively diagnose if Fiona has schizophrenia or an anxiety disorder.
C. It can validate her responses in comparison with the results of others who respond similarly.
D. It can detect Fiona's internal conflicts and illogical thought patterns.
Answer: D
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