Question

Some researchers examining dissociative identity disorder have found a relationship between dissociation and the tendency to fantasize in everyday life. They have suggested that this may be related to the production of false memories. This is an example of the importance of __________.

Answer 1

Answer:

This is an example of the importance of ruling out rival hypotheses.

Explanation:

Dissociative identity disorder was known previously as multiple personality disorder (MPD). It is a mental disorder where the patient has at least two enduring personalities that are distinct. The patient often experiences losses of memory and they do not recall events attributed to the other personality.  This is a complex condition that has no cure; it is treated with psychotherapy and hypnotherapy so the patient learns to associate with just one main personality.