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Which of the following statements is true about the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) ?

A) It assesses whether the respondent qualifies for a diagnosis of depression.
B) It has 21 items, each of which describes four levels of a given symptom of depression.
C) It clearly differentiates between the clinical syndrome of depression and the general distress that may be related to an anxiety disorder.
D) It has cutoff scores that help indicate only severe levels of depressive symptoms.

Beck Depression Inventory

A self-reported inventory consisting of multiple-choice questions used to assess the severity of depression.

Symptom Of Depression

An indicator or manifestation of depression, such as persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities once enjoyed, or changes in appetite or sleep.

Anxiety Disorder

A group of mental disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear, accompanied by physical symptoms such as palpitations, sweating, and feelings of stress.

  • Understand the role of psychological testing in diagnosing mental health disorders.
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