The DSM Was Designed to ________

question 77

Multiple Choice

The DSM was designed to ________.

• A) provide a comprehensive listing of all the licensed therapists in America
• B) describe and classify the various kinds of psychological disorders
• C) identify and classify the various types of treatment facilities available in the United States
• D) describe the most effective therapy approaches for various mental illnesses

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A section of the brain's limbic system involved in emotion regulation, particularly fear, anger, and the processing of emotional memories.

Paranoia

A psychological condition characterized by irrational mistrust or suspicion and fear of perceived threats or persecution.

Seasonal Birth

The phenomenon of birth rates varying according to the season of the year.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an obsessive fear of gaining weight, leading to severe restrictions on food intake and often starvation.