Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Five

question 165

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the five axes in the DSM?

• A) the primary clinical problem
• B) family history of primary problem
• C) contributing medical conditions
• D) global assessment of functioning

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Definitions:

Potency Bias

A cognitive bias that affects how people perceive the power or influence of others, often overstating the strength of those in leadership or authority positions.

Hostile Attribution Bias

The tendency to interpret others' behaviors as having hostile intent, even when the behavior is ambiguous or benign.

Underlying Defense Mechanism

A subconscious psychological strategy employed to protect a person from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Implicit Assumption

An underlying belief or principle that is accepted without question or evidence.