Question

Which of the following statements would not be considered a clinical benefit to labeling an individual with a mental illness?
A.
A diagnosis can provide information effective in helping patients with disorders.
B.
A diagnosis provides accurate communication within the mental health community.
C.
Individuals would have a better understanding of psychological issues and where to seek help.
D.
A label is subjective to clinicians and can therefore cast doubt on the patient's diagnosis.

Answer 1

D

Option D describes a drawback (labels can be subjective and may cast doubt on diagnosis), not a clinical benefit.