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yoroshambo

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Describe the pros and cons of using a categorical instead of dimensional approach to understanding a child's mental health issues.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The best way to test cause-and-effect relationships is with a(n) ____.
 
  a. case study c. correlational study
  b. placebo d. experiment



sailorcrescent

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Answer to Question 1

Any reasonable response based on some of these concepts.
o Pro:
 Common terminology
 More easily understood by care givers
 Clearer connection to treatment
o Con:
 Doesn't clearly differentiate individual differences between children
 Isn't supported by research
 Stereotypes children
 Expectations based on labels

Answer to Question 2

D



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