DSM-5 Is the Classification System for Abnormal Behaviors That Is

question 11

Multiple Choice

DSM-5 is the classification system for abnormal behaviors that is:

• A) used by the World Health Organization.
• B) most widely used in the United States.
• C) used for medical disorders.
• D) used exclusively for children.

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Definitions:

Nondrug Intervention

Treatment strategies for various conditions that do not involve medications, including psychological therapies, lifestyle changes, and physical therapies.

Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy

A psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Family Therapy

A type of psychological counseling that helps family members improve communication and resolve conflicts in a therapeutic setting, often involving multiple family members in the treatment process.

Psychoeducation

The process of educating patients about their psychological disorders, including symptoms, treatments, and coping strategies.