Which Statement Is TRUE About the Term Nervous Breakdown

question 207

Multiple Choice

Which statement is TRUE about the term nervous breakdown?

• A) It is a statistically valid clinical syndrome.
• B) It is not a recognized clinical term but is used by laypersons.
• C) Although not an official diagnosis, it is a commonly used medical term.
• D) It was an official clinical syndrome in early versions of the DSM but is not included in the current edition.

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