What is an aspect of the character strengths classification scheme that Patterson and Seligman developed as a complement to the DSM?
a. The character strengths classification scheme incorporates a more cognitive approach to understanding mental disorders.
b. By providing a taxonomy of emotional disturbances, the character strengths scheme simplifies diagnosis and treatment.
c. By considering new research findings, therapists are better able to understand and treat mental disorders.
d. The character strengths assessment of characteristics such as wisdom, courage, humanity, justice, temperance, and transcendence are important to assess and consider when working with mental disorders.
Question 2
Dr. Reynolds is an avid feminist. What is her opinion of the proposed condition premenstrual dysphoric disorder likely to be?
a. She would argue that it helps reduce the stigma of being a woman with a mental disorder.
b. She will favor its inclusion in future editions of the DSM.
c. She would prefer that it be seen as a physical condition, not a mental disorder.
d. She would prefer that it not be seen as a problem at all.