Diagnostic Features, Subtypes and Specifiers, Recording Procedures, Etc

question 10

Multiple Choice

Diagnostic features, subtypes and specifiers, recording procedures, etc., make up the DSM-IV-TR's:

• A) inter-chapter organization.
• B) criterion-references.
• C) contextual-references.
• D) intra-chapter organization.

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Definitions:

Intellectual Disability

A situation described by considerable impairments in both intellectual abilities and in the adaptive behavior that includes a variety of daily social and practical skills.

Psychogenic Factors

Mental or emotional forces that can influence the occurrence or severity of a physical or psychological condition.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A spectrum of conditions affecting neurodevelopment, identified by difficulties in social interaction, recurring behaviors, and issues with both spoken and nonverbal communication.

Etiology

The study of the causes or origins of a disease or condition, focusing on determining why certain conditions occur.