Correlation and Causation in DID Etiology
After finding a strong correlation between reported childhood trauma and dissociative identity disorder (DID), a research team concludes that childhood trauma is the sole cause of DID. What is the primary logical error in the team’s conclusion?
A
Overlooking the potential for other psychological disorders to co-occur with DID.
B
Failing to consider the role of coping mechanisms other than dissociation.
C
Assuming that self-reported childhood trauma is always accurate and reliable.
D
Ignoring the multifactorial nature of DID, including genetic and environmental factors.
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