All of the following are reasons why the diagnosis of learning disorders is
controversial except:
a. The field of learning disorders lacks a theoretical framework that would enable
scientists to form and test specific hypotheses to unify the available information.
b. The pervasive nature of learning disorders results in considerable diversity in the
manifestations of each disorder in different children.
c. There is a lack of well-validated tests to diagnose learning disabilities.
d. Social, political, and economic concerns often have a major impact on research in
the learning disabilities field.
e. The criteria used to diagnose learning disorders commonly differ from one state
or local area to another.
Question 2Behavior therapy is a highly regarded single method of psychotherapeutic treatment.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 3Clinicians tend to underpredict dangerousness.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4The reason cognitive-behavioral approaches to therapy continue to be popular in training programs is
a. the techniques are straightforward and problem-oriented.
b. as a relatively scripted approach, it is easier for clinicians to learn than some other approaches.
c. there is solid data about the efficacy of this treatment approach for a variety of disorders.
d. all of the above
Question 5The DSM-5 will continue using a multiaxial approach to diagnosing mental disorders.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false