Compare and Contrast the Dimensional Approach with the Categorical Approach

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Essay

Compare and contrast the dimensional approach with the categorical approach to diagnosing mental disorders. Which approach is used by the DSM-5, and what is one key criticism of this approach?

Recognize the importance of temperament and the concept of goodness of fit in child development.

Identify the outcomes of unresolved psychosocial crises according to Erikson.

Describe the characteristics of different temperament styles as proposed by Thomas and Chess.

Explain the concept of generativity and its significance in middle adulthood.

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Definitions:

Oxygenated Blood

Blood rich in oxygen and low in carbon dioxide, transported through the arteries except for the pulmonary and umbilical vessels.

Fetus

A developmental stage of a vertebrate that is in the womb or egg, specifically in humans from the ninth week after fertilization until birth.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, crucial for maintaining bodily functions.