The Most Important Reason Cited in the Text for Revising

question 30

Multiple Choice

The most important reason cited in the text for revising the DSM-IV to DSM-5 is

• A) to ensure that the most up-to-date terminology is used to describe disorders.
• B) to ensure that classification is based upon the most current and valid research.
• C) to promote selection of effective treatments.
• D) to eliminate confusing symptom descriptors.
• E) to reduce the overlap between disorder categories.

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