Which statement is true about the four Ds of abnormality?

A) Most clinicians agree on what qualifies under each of the four Ds.
B) Every culture has generally identical criteria of what constitutes abnormality.
C) An individual can be diagnosed with a mental illness only if all four Ds are present.
D) None of the four Ds is, by itself, an adequate gauge of psychological abnormality.

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Huy Hoàng Nguy?n Duy · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  The four Ds of abnormality (deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger) are guidelines that help professionals in the field of psychology to identify and understand abnormal behavior. However, none of these criteria alone is sufficient to diagnose a mental illness, as they must be considered in context and in combination with each other. This complexity acknowledges the nuanced nature of psychological disorders and the importance of a comprehensive assessment.

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