Psychological Disorders in Which People Lose Contact with Reality and Experience

question 17

Multiple Choice

Psychological disorders in which people lose contact with reality and experience irrational ideas and distorted perceptions are known as ________ disorders.

• A)catatonic
• B)residual
• C)psychotic
• D)paranoid

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Definitions:

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to diagnosing mental disorders.

Psychological Problems

Refers to mental health issues affecting mood, thinking, and behavior that require intervention.

Clouded Consciousness

A state where there is a reduction in alertness and clarity of awareness of the environment, leading to confusion and diminished ability to think clearly.

Nursing Home

A residential facility for individuals who require constant nursing care and have significant difficulty coping with the required activities of daily living.