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Date November 2021 Marks available 22 Reference code 21N.Paper 2.HL.TZ0.1
Level HL only Paper Paper 2 Time zone TZ0
Command term Discuss Question number 1 Adapted from N/A

Question

Discuss validity and/or reliability of diagnosis.

Markscheme

Refer to the paper 2 assessment criteria when awarding marks. These can be found under the “Your tests” tab > supplemental materials.

The command term “discuss” requires candidates to offer a considered review that addresses various aspects of validity and/or reliability of diagnosis.

Relevant classification systems in the discussion of validity and reliability of diagnosis include, but are not limited to:

Examples of research that could be used include, but are not limited to:

Discussion may include, but is not limited to:

Examiners report

This was a rather popular choice and was addressed with a wide range of different responses. Some responses provided some knowledge but limited understanding of validity and/or reliability. On the other hand, high quality responses provided a focused appraisal of biases related to diagnosis. Unfortunately, some candidates failed to address the question set and decided to discuss the issue of normality versus abnormality in a general manner. Critical thinking was also a bit uneven, with some candidates using theory or studies to foster a logical argument, while others seemed to focus on heavy criticism of diagnosis and psychiatry in general but failed to support their arguments with relevant knowledge.

Syllabus sections

Last exams 2018 » Last exams 2018 - Options » Abnormal psychology » Concepts and diagnosis » Discuss validity and reliability of diagnosis.
Last exams 2018 » Last exams 2018 - Options » Abnormal psychology » Concepts and diagnosis
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