The Primary Purpose of the DSM Is To

question 145

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of the DSM is to:

• A) help psychologists assess normal, as well as abnormal, behaviour.
• B) keep the number of diagnostic categories of mental disorders to a minimum.
• C) provide descriptive criteria for diagnosing mental disorders.
• D) describe the causes of common psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Cash Payments

Transactions involving the transfer of actual cash from one party to another, often for goods or services rendered.

Dividends Payable

Liabilities that represent a company's obligation to pay its shareholders dividends declared by its board.

Statement of Cash Flows

A statement that outlines the influence of balance sheet and income modifications on the status of cash and cash equivalents, divided by the categories of operational, investment, and financial activities.

Financing Section

Part of the cash flow statement that shows cash flows related to borrowing, repaying debts, and equity transactions.