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DSM-IV-TR focuses on clinicians' reports of observable behavior in order to

A) facilitate the reliability of diagnoses.
B) shorten the time it takes to make a diagnosis.
C) avoid invading clients' psychological privacy.
D) reduce the need for medical terminology in psychological assessments.

DSM-IV-TR

The fourth edition, text revision, of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a guide for diagnosing mental disorders.

Observable Behavior

Actions or reactions of an individual that can be noticed, measured, and recorded by others.

Reliability

The degree to which an assessment tool produces stable and consistent results over multiple administrations or applications.

  • Comprehend the objectives, limitations, and criticism of the DSM-IV-TR in diagnosing psychological disorders.
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