DSM-IV Classifies Psychological Disorders Along Five Axes

question 126

Multiple Choice

DSM-IV classifies psychological disorders along five axes. Axis II lists

• A) disorders that last throughout life, such as mental retardation.
• B) physical ailments that can affect behavior, such as cirrhosis of the liver.
• C) disorders with a particular time of onset, such as phobia.
• D) the level of stress the person has had to cope with.

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Definitions:

Solution Oriented Therapist

A therapist who focuses on identifying and leveraging a client's strengths and resources to find solutions to their problems, rather than focusing on past issues.

Patient Questioning

A method used by healthcare providers to gather information from a patient about their health status, symptoms, and medical history.

Solution-Focused Therapists

Therapists who practice a short-term approach focusing on finding solutions in the present time and exploring one’s hopes for the future.

Positive Alternatives

Interventions or strategies that aim to replace negative behaviors or thoughts with positive and constructive ones.